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Gray Cook - Movement Health Is the Missing Vital Sign

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In this episode, Eric Malzone sits down with Gray Cook, a pioneer in movement screening and founder of Functional Movement Systems (FMS), to explore the evolution of coaching and the critical role of movement health in overall wellness. Gray shares valuable insights from his decades of experience, discussing how understanding stress, recovery, and functional movement can transform both personal health and coaching effectiveness. He emphasizes the importance of proactive wellness, engaging youth in movement education, and fostering radical transparency in coaching. This conversation challenges fitness professionals to look beyond methods and focus on functional outcomes—encouraging a deeper, more educational approach to health and performance.

Key Takeaways:

  • Movement health is foundational to overall wellness.
  • Screening for movement can reveal hidden risk factors that may lead to injury.
  • The fitness industry must involve youth in early movement education.
  • Understanding stress and recovery is essential for effective coaching.
  • Radical transparency builds stronger, more trusting client relationships.
  • True wellness is defined by the absence of risk factors.
  • Proper assessment and training can improve movement patterns over time.
  • Coaches should prioritize functional outcomes over rigid methodologies.
  • Health conversations must become more proactive and educational.
  • Ongoing education is key for fitness professionals aiming to elevate their practice.

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Manage episode 512294415 series 1757122
Content provided by Eric Malzone. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Eric Malzone or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode, Eric Malzone sits down with Gray Cook, a pioneer in movement screening and founder of Functional Movement Systems (FMS), to explore the evolution of coaching and the critical role of movement health in overall wellness. Gray shares valuable insights from his decades of experience, discussing how understanding stress, recovery, and functional movement can transform both personal health and coaching effectiveness. He emphasizes the importance of proactive wellness, engaging youth in movement education, and fostering radical transparency in coaching. This conversation challenges fitness professionals to look beyond methods and focus on functional outcomes—encouraging a deeper, more educational approach to health and performance.

Key Takeaways:

  • Movement health is foundational to overall wellness.
  • Screening for movement can reveal hidden risk factors that may lead to injury.
  • The fitness industry must involve youth in early movement education.
  • Understanding stress and recovery is essential for effective coaching.
  • Radical transparency builds stronger, more trusting client relationships.
  • True wellness is defined by the absence of risk factors.
  • Proper assessment and training can improve movement patterns over time.
  • Coaches should prioritize functional outcomes over rigid methodologies.
  • Health conversations must become more proactive and educational.
  • Ongoing education is key for fitness professionals aiming to elevate their practice.

https://www.podcastcollective.io/

https://www.sportalliance.com/en/perfect-gym/

https://www.withflex.com/

  continue reading

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