Movement Podcast
by Gray Cook and Dr. Lee Burton
Human movement is complex, fascinating, and affects us all. Our hosts, Gray Cook and Dr. Lee Burton, have dedicated their lives to understanding movement and have trained thousands of fitness and healthcare professionals worldwide with their holistic philosophy and approach. Listen as they discuss topics, speak with other industry experts, answer questions & give practical advice on how you can optimize the human body to be the best it can be.
Episodes
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Greg Dea: Stop Trying to Prevent Injuries. Start Reducing Risk.
What if the best way to improve performance isn't to train harder—but to remove what's holding an athlete back? In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton welcome Australian sports physiotherapist and longtime FMS educator Greg Dea to discuss movement screening, injury risk...
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Mike Boyle & Gray Cook: The Joint-by-Joint Approach, 20 Years Later
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton welcome legendary strength and conditioning coach Mike Boyle to revisit one of the most influential concepts in functional training: **the Joint-by-Joint Approach**. What began as a conversation between Mike Boyle and Gray Cook at…
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Movement, Breath, Sleep & Resilience with Dr. Arianne Missimer
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton sit down with Dr. Arianne Missimer, founder of The Movement Paradigm, to talk about movement, resilience, nervous system regulation, airway, sleep, functional medicine, and what it really means to treat the whole person. Arianne’s...
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Thomas Dewey on Wearables, Movement Quality & Readiness
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton sit down with Thomas Dewey to talk about data, wearables, movement health, and the future of human performance. Thomas is an athletic trainer and strength coach by background, with experience across Functional Movement Systems…
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Low Back Pain: Awareness, Protection & Better Movement
What are the best exercises for low back pain? Gray Cook says that may be the wrong first question. In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray is joined by Dr. Kyle Kiesel, one of the leading researchers in rehabilitation and low back pain, for a deeper conversation about why low back pain is...
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What It Really Takes to Become a Movement Expert
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton explore what it really takes to become more than an exercise professional, clinician, coach, or practitioner who simply applies protocols. The conversation begins with a question Gray has been reflecting on for years: what…
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Gray Cook on FMS, Movement Screening & What People Get Wrong
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton answer some of the most common questions they have received about Functional Movement Systems, the Functional Movement Screen, movement assessment, research criticism, SFMA, corrective exercise, and where the future of movement...
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Running, Movement Screens, & Elite Athlete Readiness with Dr. Todd Arnold
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton are joined by Dr. Todd Arnold, a board-certified sports medicine physician with more than two decades of experience caring for athletes at every level — from high school and collegiate sports to NCAA Championships, World...
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GORUCK Founder Jason McCarthy on Sustainable Toughness
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook sits down with Jason McCarthy, founder and CEO of GORUCK, former Green Beret, and one of the leading voices behind the modern rucking movement. Jason and Emily McCarthy started GORUCK in 2008 while Jason was serving in Special Forces and Emily…
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Gray Cook on Progressing Movement the Right Way
Progressing an exercise sounds simple: make it harder, add load, increase reps, or move to a more challenging variation. But in rehab, performance, and corrective exercise, progression is not always that straightforward. In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton discuss…
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The Performance Pyramid: Movement, Capacity & Skill
Performance is not just about strength, power, conditioning, or sport-specific skill. In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton revisit one of the foundational ideas behind Functional Movement Systems: the performance pyramid. At the base is movement. Above that is...
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Knee Pain, ACL Risk & the Movement Patterns Behind the Problem
Knee pain is one of the most common issues in sports, fitness, rehab, and everyday life — but the knee is rarely the only place to look. In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton break down why knee pain is often driven by what is happening above and below the joint. From...
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Why Protocols Aren’t Enough with Gina Schatz
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook sits down with Gina M. Schatz, clinician, educator, founder of The Schatz Method®, and creator of the Practitioner Mastery Program. Gina trains manual and movement practitioners to move beyond protocols and develop the clinical reasoning required...
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The Missing Piece in Shoulder Rehab & Performance
Most people train their shoulders by chasing strength, but completely miss the foundation that creates durable, pain-free movement. In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton break down why shoulder problems are so common, why shoulder pain is often more than “just a…
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The Hidden Cause of Neck Pain No One Talks About
Neck pain is one of the most common issues people deal with—but what if the neck isn’t actually the problem? In this episode of the Movement Podcast, we break down why the neck acts as a “crossroads” in the body—and how issues with breathing, posture, mobility, and even lifestyle habits can all...
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Why Low Back Pain Keeps Coming Back
Low back pain is one of the most common problems people deal with—but most people are still asking the wrong question. Instead of only asking: “What’s wrong with my back?” This episode explores a better question: “What am I doing that keeps this problem going?” In this conversation, we break down...
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Building Better Coaches: Inside FMS with Almir Maljević
In this episode, we sit down with Almir Maljević—FMS partner in Bosnia, educator, and instructor for FMS courses—who has built a thriving system by doing one thing differently: He starts with the person, not the program. From rebuilding his own path after injury… to realizing strength and power...
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Why Fixing Your Gait Starts With These 5 Movements
Your gait—how you walk—can reveal a lot about your health, movement quality, and even your risk for injury or falls. In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton break down why gait analysis alone doesn’t tell the full story. Many people focus on the way someone walks, but…
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The Future of Movement Assessment | Kinetisense
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton sit down with Ryan Como, CEO of Kinetisense, to talk about where movement screening is headed next. Ryan shares how his background as a chiropractor—and as an injured D1 hockey athlete—pushed him beyond “treat the painful joint”...
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Asymmetries: When They’re Normal vs. When They Become a Risk Factor
Asymmetries are normal — but not all asymmetries are created equal. In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton break down the difference between anatomical, functional, and developmental asymmetry, and explain when asymmetry becomes a slippery slope that impacts…
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Rehab Revolution: Lisa Chase Breaks Down Her 5 Pillars of Healing
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Lisa Chase returns—this time as an author. Drawing from decades of work with professional athletes and everyday patients, Lisa dives deep into the importance of addressing the whole person in rehab, not just the symptoms. She and Gray discuss: • The...
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Beyond the Symptoms: What Wellness Data Really Tells Us
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton dig into what the data really says about wellness. From widespread sleep issues and shoulder mobility limitations to the surprising role of stress, posture, and breathing, they explore how movement and lifestyle are deeply…
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How Physical Education Can Save the Next Generation | Rick Vittum
What happens when a seasoned physical educator brings 31 years of experience into a conversation about the future of fitness, wellness, and youth health? In this episode of the Movement Podcast, we sit down with Massachusetts Physical Education Teacher of the Year Rick Vittum to talk about the...
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Inside 20 Years in the NBA: Movement, Data & Athlete Development
Former Indiana Pacers strength coach Shawn Windle joins the Movement Podcast to unpack 20+ years in the NBA and his evolution from athletic trainer to performance director. This episode explores the integration of sports science, the dangers of over-coaching, individualized athlete care, and the...
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Creating a Performance Culture with Bob Alejo
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton sit down with Bob Alejo, a leader in the world of strength and conditioning with over 40 years of experience across professional sports, collegiate athletics, and Olympic training. This episode is a masterclass in leadership,...
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Can Functional Movement Predict Athlete Performance?
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton explore one of the most complex and debated topics in sports and rehabilitation: predicting athletic performance and ranking talent. With AI and machine learning beginning to shape how we analyze athletes, the conversation unpacks…
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The Corrective Exercise Paradigm Shift
Are the corrective exercise guys bashing correctives? Maybe . . . Lee and Gray take the time to step back, define what correctives are, and detail how they should be used to restore whole movement. Screening plays an important role in identifying movement dysfunction and pain with movement, but…
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From NYC to Beijing: Danyue Zhang on Building a Movement Culture in China
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton are joined by Danyue Zhang, FMS Director of Education in China and a key figure in expanding Functional Movement Systems globally. Danyue shares her unique journey—from personal trainer in New York to translating and teaching FMS...
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What is “Wellness,” Really—and How Do We Measure It?
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, Gray Cook and Lee Burton dive into the real meaning of wellness and why current approaches are failing us. They unpack how wellness is traditionally defined (think: sleep, nutrition, exercise), and why function—particularly functional movement—needs to be...
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Dr. Cortney Herndon: Bridging the Gap Between Therapy & Training
Dr. Cortney Herndon, DPT, COMPT reunites with Lee and Gray to discuss the importance of her internship and early employment in the midst of the development of Functional Movement Systems and how that understanding of the movement screening process shaped her career. Dr. Herndon offers guidance on...
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Why are More NBA Players tearing their Achilles Tendons? It’s complicated.
What’s behind all the Achilles tendon injuries in the NBA? Are they really tearing more often? Why? Lee and Gray delve into the numbers, the potential causes, and how the NBA’s not alone in increased injury stats. From training volume to low-top shoes, to supplements, they look at everything in...
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Let's Run it Back: Season 6 Finale
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CBD and Recovery: Breaking Stigmas with Expert Insights with Matt Krause
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The Future of Sports Training: Data, Integrity, and Adaptability with Darcy Norman
Take a deeper dive into Mobility and Stability! In the Mobility Course, Gray guides you with his insights into global movement patterns and screening to differentiate mobility limitations due to tissue quality from those caused by inappropriate tone. In the Stability Course, Gray explores…
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Cash-Based PT: Comprehensive Care without Restrictions with Lisa Chase
Take a deeper dive into Mobility and Stability! In the Mobility Course, Gray guides you with his insights into global movement patterns and screening to differentiate mobility limitations due to tissue quality from those caused by inappropriate tone. In the Stability Course, Gray explores…
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Is Wellness in the way of Fitness?
Take a deeper dive into Mobility and Stability! In the Mobility Course, Gray guides you with his insights into global movement patterns and screening to differentiate mobility limitations due to tissue quality from those caused by inappropriate tone. In the Stability Course, Gray explores…
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Comfort, Scarcity, and Movement with Michael Easter
Take a deeper dive into Mobility and Stability In the Mobility Course, Gray guides you with his insights into global movement patterns and screening to differentiate mobility limitations due to tissue quality from those caused by inappropriate tone. In the Stability Course, Gray explores…
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Priorities and Program Design with Mike Deibler
Take a deeper dive into Mobility and Stability In the Mobility Course, Gray guides you with his insights into global movement patterns and screening to differentiate mobility limitations due to tissue quality from those caused by inappropriate tone. In the Stability Course, Gray explores…
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Poor Ankle Mobility? Start with Why
Take a deeper dive into Mobility and Stability In the Mobility Course, Gray guides you with his insights into global movement patterns and screening to differentiate mobility limitations due to tissue quality from those caused by inappropriate tone. In the Stability Course, Gray explores…
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The Hip is the Hub: Functional Hip Mobility
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Walking Away from Pain - Wellness and Fitness with James Breese
For more on James Breese: Web: strengthmatters.com FB: facebook.com/strengthmatterstv IG: instagram.com/strengthmatters Podcast Summary: James Breese's journey from being a police officer in London with chronic back pain to becoming a fitness expert, strength coach and author is highlighted,...
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You Can’t Talk about Mobility without Talking about Stability
Before we get into the summary, let us to tell you about Symmio, our holistic wellness platform offering personalized solutions for individuals and risk-reduction strategies for leaders. Go to Symmio.com to sign up for a free trial today! Summary: This episode of the Movement Podcast emphasizes...
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We're Back and Removing Barriers to Wellness
Summary The Movement Podcast discusses removing wellness barriers through education, functional wellness screens, and the importance of self-care for healthcare professionals. Highlights 🎙️ Exciting return to the Movement Podcast after a break! 📚 New education resources aim to remove barriers…
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Let's Run it Back: Season 5 Finale
In this episode of the Movement Podcast, we wrap up our season 5 finale. We want to thank our listeners, and if you’re listening for the first time, welcome. We’ve put together some highlights to recap every episode this season and the amazing guests who’ve shared with us along the way. Whether…
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A Clinician's Guide to Movement
Today, Gray sits down with friend and colleague Behnad Honarbakhsh. Behnad is the founder of Fit To Train Human Performance Systems in Vancouver, British Columbia. From Strength and Conditioning to Physical Therapy, Behnad has worked with teams and athletes from the NHL, NBA, MLB, NFL, CFL and…
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What's SUP with Paddle Board Fitness?
Stand Up Paddle Boarding has exploded in popularity in recent years and offers many great health benefits while enjoying life outdoors. Today, Gray sits down with an expert on the matter, Brody Welte. Brody founded PaddleFit in 2008 and is a gold-winning coach with team USA. He’s worked with...
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Inside The Business of Movement
Are you an expert in movement? And if so, is it reflected in your current business success? Today, we discuss Gray’s new book, The Business of Movement. We cover the importance of pre-screening your clients, what defines an expert, tactics vs. strategies, what role corrective exercises should…
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Heal the Body and Stop Chasing Pain
Today, we welcome our guest, Dr. Perry Nickelston. Perry is a Chiropractic Physician focusing on performance enhancement, corrective exercise, and metabolic fitness nutrition. He is also an expert in myofascial, orthopedic, medical and trigger point soft tissue therapy and the founder of Stop...
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Are You Overstressed or Under Recovered?
Have you ever considered if you are overstressed, or just under recovered? How do you know? And how does it affect your performance? Today, we discuss the stress recovery cycle. We cover ways to actively reset your recovery, dumping unnecessary tension and tone, risk and readiness, and using...
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Big League Development and Wellness
Up to bat is our guest, Dr. Rob Butler. Rob works in Major League Baseball as the Director of Performance with the St. Louis Cardinals. He oversees player physical development, prevention programs, nutrition, and sports science as well as the medical care for the affiliate teams. Today, we go...
About this show
Human movement is complex, fascinating, and affects us all. Our hosts, Gray Cook and Dr. Lee Burton, have dedicated their lives to understanding movement and have trained thousands of fitness and healthcare professionals worldwide with their holistic philosophy and approach. Listen as they discuss topics, speak with other industry experts, answer questions & give practical advice on how you can optimize the human body to be the best it can be.
Hosted by
Gray Cook and Dr. Lee Burton