In this engaging episode of the HNL Movement Podcast, Andrew sits down with Anthony Sinacore, Vice President of North America for VALD, to dive into the rapidly evolving world of sports science, objective testing, and performance metrics. Anthony shares his journey from growing up in St. Louis, MO, to finding his passion for physical therapy and eventually moving into the cutting-edge field of sports science. He discusses his early career in athletic training, experiences in physical therapy, and how his work in clinical assessment and testing led him to VALD, a company revolutionizing performance tracking and assessment.

Throughout the conversation, Anthony highlights how the integration of sports science, biomechanics, mental health, and other disciplines is enhancing athlete performance and recovery. He explains how VALD’s tools, such as the Nord Board, Force Frame, and Force Decks, are making it easier for practitioners to gather and analyze data in real-world athletic settings. Anthony provides valuable insights into the practical application of these tools and how they help athletes, coaches, and clinicians make data-driven decisions to improve performance. This episode offers a deep dive into the future of sports science, the power of data, and how emerging technologies are transforming the way we approach athletic development. Listen in and enjoy the episode!

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