Linda McGurk

Linda McGurk is the author of the best-selling book "There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather: A Scandinavian Mom's Secrets for Raising Healthy, Resilient, and Confident Kids (from Friluftsliv to Hygge)".  This book has changed my life in so many ways, opening my eyes to the value of spending time in nature, regardless of the weather.  As a child, I spent all day every day outside, even in the winters growing up in Western New York.  As an adult, I realized I lost that connection with nature, and this book was one of the main catalysts to me reconnecting with the outdoors again, and has transformed my teaching career and family life.  Linda and I focus in on several topics from her book including:Free range parentingSocial trustThe fear of falling kids falling behind in academics and athleticsFriluftsliv (open air life)Nature and the immune systemEnjoy the episode!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

Linda McGurk is the author of the best-selling book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Theres-Such-Thing-Bad-Weather/dp/150114362X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather: A Scandinavian Mom's Secrets for Raising Healthy, Resilient, and Confident Kids (from Friluftsliv to Hygge)"</a>.  This book has changed my life in so many ways, opening my eyes to the value of spending time in nature, regardless of the weather.  As a child, I spent all day every day outside, even in the winters growing up in Western New York.  As an adult, I realized I lost that connection with nature, and this book was one of the main catalysts to me reconnecting with the outdoors again, and has transformed my teaching career and family life.   Linda and I focus in on several topics from her book including:<ul><li>Free range parenting</li><li>Social trust</li><li>The fear of falling kids falling behind in academics and athletics</li><li>Friluftsliv (open air life)</li><li>Nature and the immune system</li></ul>Enjoy the episode!<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

There's No Such Thing As Bad Weather with Linda McGurk | Episode 33

Angela Hanscom

Angela Hanscom is a pediatric occupational therapist, the founder of TimberNook, and author of the best-selling book Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident, and Capable Children.Show topics include:Outdoor playPlaygroundsSensory StimulationVestibular Systemand more!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

Angela Hanscom is a pediatric occupational therapist, the founder of <a href="https://www.timbernook.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TimberNook</a>, and author of the best-selling book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Balanced-Barefoot-Unrestricted-Confident-Children/dp/1626253730" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident, and Capable Children</a>. Show topics include: Outdoor play Playgrounds Sensory Stimulation Vestibular System and more! <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

Balanced and Barefoot with Angela Hanscom | Episode 32

Denise Roland

This week's episode is with the founder of Intentionally Unplugged, aimed at equipping and empowering families to have healthy boundaries with technology.  Denise is a mom of 3 and a teacher, so she sees first hand the impact technology and screens has on her and her kids' lives.  She gives us some suggestions on how to navigate screen time with ourselves and with our kids, especially during these times when it seems like we are all required to be in front of a computer.This interview really hits home with me because I struggle to separate with my phone and use it as a crutch whenever I'm bored, almost like a reflex.  I try to make a conscious habit of putting it away when I get home from work, but there always seems to be an excuse to take it back out.  Just know that you're not alone out there, and the tips from this episode can be beneficial to all of us!Also, this will be my last episode as I take a break for a little while to "intentionally unplug".  Our second child was just born this week, so I want to take some time off of interviewing and editing and enjoy her and have some fun with my family!I hope you enjoy the episode and please don't forget to leave a review, subscribe, and/or follow to help spread the mission of MOVRS!  Thank you!https://www.intentionallyunplugged.com/@intentionallyunplugged"Please, Look up at Me" Bookhttp://www.movrs.orghttps://www.instagram.com/movrskids/Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

This week's episode is with the founder of Intentionally Unplugged, aimed at equipping and empowering families to have healthy boundaries with technology.  Denise is a mom of 3 and a teacher, so she sees first hand the impact technology and screens has on her and her kids' lives.  She gives us some suggestions on how to navigate screen time with ourselves and with our kids, especially during these times when it seems like we are all required to be in front of a computer. This interview really hits home with me because I struggle to separate with my phone and use it as a crutch whenever I'm bored, almost like a reflex.  I try to make a conscious habit of putting it away when I get home from work, but there always seems to be an excuse to take it back out.  Just know that you're not alone out there, and the tips from this episode can be beneficial to all of us! Also, this will be my last episode as I take a break for a little while to "intentionally unplug".  Our second child was just born this week, so I want to take some time off of interviewing and editing and enjoy her and have some fun with my family! I hope you enjoy the episode and please don't forget to leave a review, subscribe, and/or follow to help spread the mission of MOVRS!  Thank you! <a href="https://www.intentionallyunplugged.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.intentionallyunplugged.com/</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/intentionallyunplugged/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@intentionallyunplugged</a> <a href="https://www.intentionallyunplugged.com/shop-products/please-look-up-at-me-book" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Please, Look up at Me" Book</a> <a href="http://www.movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.movrs.org</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/movrskids/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/movrskids/</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

Intentionally Unplugged with Denise Roland | Episode 31

Carolyne Prevost

Join us as we talk with Carolyne Prevost, a woman who has proven over the years that it pays to be well rounded.  Carolyne competes and has competed in several different sports at a very high level, all the while juggling a full-time teaching position.  I am so impressed with her versatility and athleticism, and even more impressed with her time management skills to be able to fit it all in.  We talk about sport specialization, movement in school, and prioritizing your health in this episode.  I hope you enjoy it and please subscribe/share/review!"Carolyne is a high school math, science and physical education/health teacher. She played professional hockey for the Toronto Furies in the Canadian Women’s Hockey League. She is now a player in the Professional Women’s Hockey Player Association (PWHPA). She has represented Canada on different National teams in both taekwondo and in hockey. Carolyne has won 11 National Championships in 4 different sports in her athletic career. She graduated from the University of Madison- Wisconsin and won 2 NCAA Div 1 titles with the Wisconsin Badgers Women’s hockey team. She found Crossfit in 2013 at the age of 23 after being released from the Hockey Canada National Program. She has competed at 5 regionals as an individual and recently competed at the 2019 CrossFit Games where she placed 12th in the world."*Taken from https://games.crossfit.com/athlete/239148Instagram: @cprevost27http://www.movrs.org@movrs.podcastSupport the show

Join us as we talk with Carolyne Prevost, a woman who has proven over the years that it pays to be well rounded.  Carolyne competes and has competed in several different sports at a very high level, all the while juggling a full-time teaching position.  I am so impressed with her versatility and athleticism, and even more impressed with her time management skills to be able to fit it all in.  We talk about sport specialization, movement in school, and prioritizing your health in this episode.  I hope you enjoy it and please subscribe/share/review! "Carolyne is a high school math, science and physical education/health teacher. She played professional hockey for the Toronto Furies in the Canadian Women’s Hockey League. She is now a player in the Professional Women’s Hockey Player Association (PWHPA). She has represented Canada on different National teams in both taekwondo and in hockey. Carolyne has won 11 National Championships in 4 different sports in her athletic career. She graduated from the University of Madison- Wisconsin and won 2 NCAA Div 1 titles with the Wisconsin Badgers Women’s hockey team. She found Crossfit in 2013 at the age of 23 after being released from the Hockey Canada National Program. She has competed at 5 regionals as an individual and recently competed at the 2019 CrossFit Games where she placed 12th in the world." *Taken from <a href="https://games.crossfit.com/athlete/239148" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://games.crossfit.com/athlete/239148</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cprevost27/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@cprevost27</a> <a href="http://www.movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.movrs.org</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/movrs.podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@movrs.podcast</a> <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>

Jill of All Trades(, Master of Tons) with Carolyne Prevost | Episode 30

Matt Seebaum is the Executive Director of the Strider Education Foundation, the provider for All Kids Bike.  Their mission is to get every Kindergartener in the country to learn how to ride a bike in their PE class.  It seems crazy, but over the past 5-10 years, far less kids are out riding their bikes than ever before.  Matt and I talk about how biking for us was like our ticket to life when we were kids; it's how we got everywhere and spent most of our time.  There are so many valuable skills kids can develop when they go through the process of learning how to ride a bike, and it could turn into a life-long passion for them.All Kids Bike provides schools with a class-pack of Strider balance bikes, along with helmets, pedals if/when needed, and a curriculum to follow.  The more money your/our community raises, the more schools can be provided with this amazing resource.  The school I currently teach at is going through the fundraising process right now with All Kids Bike, and we are pumped to get our kids started later this year!Please consider donating to this amazing organization, or get the process started to get bikes in your school today!  Follow the links below for more information:https://allkidsbike.org/@allkidsbikeI hope you enjoy the show and don't forget to subscribe/share/follow!  Thank you for taking your time out of your day to listen! http://www.movrs.org@movrs.podcastSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

Matt Seebaum is the Executive Director of the Strider Education Foundation, the provider for All Kids Bike.  Their mission is to get every Kindergartener in the country to learn how to ride a bike in their PE class.  It seems crazy, but over the past 5-10 years, far less kids are out riding their bikes than ever before.  Matt and I talk about how biking for us was like our ticket to life when we were kids; it's how we got everywhere and spent most of our time.  There are so many valuable skills kids can develop when they go through the process of learning how to ride a bike, and it could turn into a life-long passion for them. All Kids Bike provides schools with a class-pack of Strider balance bikes, along with helmets, pedals if/when needed, and a curriculum to follow.  The more money your/our community raises, the more schools can be provided with this amazing resource.  The school I currently teach at is going through the fundraising process right now with All Kids Bike, and we are pumped to get our kids started later this year! Please consider donating to this amazing organization, or get the process started to get bikes in your school today!  Follow the links below for more information: <a href="https://allkidsbike.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://allkidsbike.org/</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/allkidsbike/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@allkidsbike</a> I hope you enjoy the show and don't forget to subscribe/share/follow!  Thank you for taking your time out of your day to listen!  <a href="http://www.movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.movrs.org</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/movrs.podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@movrs.podcast</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

All Kids Bike with Matt Seebaum | Episode 29

Sam Mathers

Sam Mathers is the founder of Fitter Futures, one of the premier youth functional training facilities in the world.  The focus of their program is on kids and teens, but they also offer programs to adults.  They are also one of only 3 Brand X Method Labs in the world, being driven by a relentless pursuit of best practices in strength &amp; conditioning training for youths, based on a long term athletic development model. The programming and coaching methods focus on motor pattern training and improving physical literacy, to optimise kids’ fitness and elevate their athleticism whilst protecting against injury. The programming is adaptable to youths of all ability levels, and all environments.Episode Topics:Designing a World Class facility for kidsCreating a family training atmospherePrograms offered at Fitter FuturesKeeping the focus on high quality movementThe importance of physical activity in kids' liveshttps://www.fitterfutures.com.au/Insta: @fitterfutures.kidsandteenshttp://www.movrs.org@movrs.podcastSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

Sam Mathers is the founder of Fitter Futures, one of the premier youth functional training facilities in the world.  The focus of their program is on kids and teens, but they also offer programs to adults.  They are also one of only 3 Brand X Method Labs in the world, being driven by a relentless pursuit of best practices in strength &amp; conditioning training for youths, based on a long term athletic development model. The programming and coaching methods focus on motor pattern training and improving physical literacy, to optimise kids’ fitness and elevate their athleticism whilst protecting against injury. The programming is adaptable to youths of all ability levels, and all environments. Episode Topics:<ul><li>Designing a World Class facility for kids</li><li>Creating a family training atmosphere</li><li>Programs offered at Fitter Futures</li><li>Keeping the focus on high quality movement</li><li>The importance of physical activity in kids' lives</li></ul><a href="https://www.fitterfutures.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.fitterfutures.com.au/</a> Insta: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fitterfutures.kidsandteens/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@fitterfutures.kidsandteens</a> <a href="http://www.movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.movrs.org</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/movrs.podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@movrs.podcast</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

World Class Youth Training with Sam Mathers of Fitter Futures | Episode 28

Ginny Yurich

Ginny Yurich is the founder of 1000 Hours Outside, "a global movement designed for any age child (or adult) and any environment" meant to encourage families to spend more time outside.  I have been implementing this program and tracker sheets with my students at school, and with my son at home.  Once you get your kids outside, nature takes care of everything for you.  In this day and age of screen use, it is more important than ever to encourage outdoor play.  Enjoy the show, and be sure to check out Ginny's website and social for more!"We track a lot of things these days - steps, calories, budgets, frequent flyer miles etc - why not track something so beneficial to our children as well? There are so many things that compete for our time so it's easy for something like this to get back-burnered. We found that if we spread these 4-6 hour chunks out over a few days (shooting for roughly 20 hours a week) it would take us to averaging about 1,000 hours of outside activity a year. That seems insane, maybe - we get it. But did you know the average American child spends 1,200 hours a year in front of screens? Now THAT seems insane to us, but hey, we get it - parenting is hard and sometimes those screens 'seem' like such a welcome reprieve from the chaos. We certainly are not militant about it and we don't take a  'no screens ever or you will surely die' approach either. But we would, quite vehemently, argue that nature- big, beautiful, bountiful nature - is the absolute and very BEST reprieve for you and your children. Honestly, they don't even compare!"https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/@1000hoursoutsideBooks mentioned in this episode:Last Child in the Woods - Richard LouvBalanced and Barefoot - Angela HanscomHow to Raise a Wild Child - Scott SampsonNo Such Thing as Bad Weather - Linda McGurkSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

Ginny Yurich is the founder of 1000 Hours Outside, "a global movement designed for any age child (or adult) and any environment" meant to encourage families to spend more time outside.  I have been implementing this program and tracker sheets with my students at school, and with my son at home.  Once you get your kids outside, nature takes care of everything for you.  In this day and age of screen use, it is more important than ever to encourage outdoor play.  Enjoy the show, and be sure to check out Ginny's website and social for more! "We track a lot of things these days - steps, calories, budgets, frequent flyer miles etc - why not track something so beneficial to our children as well? There are so many things that compete for our time so it's easy for something like this to get back-burnered. We found that if we spread these 4-6 hour chunks out over a few days (shooting for roughly 20 hours a week) it would take us to averaging about 1,000 hours of outside activity a year. That seems insane, maybe - we get it. But did you know the average American child spends 1,200 hours a year in front of screens? Now THAT seems insane to us, but hey, we get it - parenting is hard and sometimes those screens 'seem' like such a welcome reprieve from the chaos. We certainly are not militant about it and we don't take a  'no screens ever or you will surely die' approach either. But we would, quite vehemently, argue that nature- big, beautiful, bountiful nature - is the absolute and very BEST reprieve for you and your children. Honestly, they don't even compare!" <a href="https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/1000hoursoutside" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@1000hoursoutside</a> Books mentioned in this episode: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Last-Child-Woods-Children-Nature-Deficit/dp/156512605X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3D6FV0G71QR5M&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=richard+louv+last+child+in+the+woods&amp;qid=1604323235&amp;sprefix=richard+lou%2Caps%2C184&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Last Child in the Woods - Richard Louv</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Balanced-Barefoot-Unrestricted-Confident-Children/dp/1626253730/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2BO2T6B52OO4Q&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=balanced+and+barefoot&amp;qid=1604323336&amp;sprefix=balanced+and+%2Caps%2C161&amp;sr=8-2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Balanced and Barefoot - Angela Hanscom</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/s?k=how+to+raise+a+wild+child&amp;crid=OOZ2ZDZVLO2B&amp;sprefix=how+to+raise+a+%2Caps%2C169&amp;ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-do-p_3_15" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How to Raise a Wild Child - Scott Sampson</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Theres-Such-Thing-Bad-Weather/dp/1501143638/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1FQJDI2GAG6MR&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=no+such+thing+as+bad+weather&amp;qid=1604325037&amp;sprefix=no+such+thin%2Caps%2C172&amp;sr=8-2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">No Such Thing as Bad Weather - Linda McGurk</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

1000 Hours Outside with Ginny Yurich | Episode 27

Keegan Martin

In this episode we have a returning guest Keegan Martin of The Brand X Method.  Keegan  is the Director of Education for the Brand X Method and explains to us what Physical Literacy is and why it is important in any youth program.  This is a component of Physical Education and youth training that I don't hear about often enough, but I think it should be at the core of what we do with kids.  In a world where kids are specializing in sport at a younger age every year, it is increasingly important for this kids to develop a broad and solid base of movement.  Physical Literacy equips kids with the tools they need to take on any physical task with confidence and competence.  Hope you enjoy the show!https://thebrandxmethod.com/@thebrandxmethodhttp://www.movrs.org@movrs.podcastSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

In this episode we have a returning guest Keegan Martin of The Brand X Method.  Keegan  is the Director of Education for the Brand X Method and explains to us what Physical Literacy is and why it is important in any youth program.  This is a component of Physical Education and youth training that I don't hear about often enough, but I think it should be at the core of what we do with kids.  In a world where kids are specializing in sport at a younger age every year, it is increasingly important for this kids to develop a broad and solid base of movement.  Physical Literacy equips kids with the tools they need to take on any physical task with confidence and competence.  Hope you enjoy the show! <a href="https://thebrandxmethod.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebrandxmethod.com/</a> <a href="http://instagram.com/thebrandxmethod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thebrandxmethod</a> <a href="http://www.movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.movrs.org</a> <a href="http://www.instagram.com/movrs.podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@movrs.podcast</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

What is Physical Literacy? with Keegan Martin | Episode 26

Hear from Samuli Pentinniemi of PALOeducation on what functional classrooms are and how to set one up at your school.  This is my vision of what all classrooms should be in the future; giving students the opportunity to take breaks during class to get up and move so that they  can return to instruction with better focus.  Read the description below to learn more about their organization and check out their website!  Don't forget to rate/subscribe/share/review the show if you enjoyed it!"PALOeducation is a Finnish expert organization for physical education and active learning. Our goal is to bring more physical activity into children´s everyday life. Even though our story is just beginning, we have years of strong experience in the field of physical education, coaching, training and consulting. We have been a part in developing active culture in the city of Jyväskylä, both in curriculum planning and in the everyday practices of schools. We have been a part of the Schools on the Move programme since its creation. We have also developed action cultures into our own community that have been nationally recognized and awarded."https://www.paloeducation.fi/en/home/Video Example of a Functional ClassroomSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

Hear from Samuli Pentinniemi of PALOeducation on what functional classrooms are and how to set one up at your school.  This is my vision of what all classrooms should be in the future; giving students the opportunity to take breaks during class to get up and move so that they  can return to instruction with better focus.  Read the description below to learn more about their organization and check out their website!  Don't forget to rate/subscribe/share/review the show if you enjoyed it! "PALOeducation is a Finnish expert organization for physical education and active learning. Our goal is to bring more physical activity into children´s everyday life. Even though our story is just beginning, we have years of strong experience in the field of physical education, coaching, training and consulting. We have been a part in developing active culture in the city of Jyväskylä, both in curriculum planning and in the everyday practices of schools. We have been a part of the Schools on the Move programme since its creation. We have also developed action cultures into our own community that have been nationally recognized and awarded." <a href="https://www.paloeducation.fi/en/home/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.paloeducation.fi/en/home/</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4rpUTnRF-R8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Video Example of a Functional Classroom</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

Creating a Functional Classroom with Samuli Pentinniemi | Episode 25

Ever wonder if you could start your own Forest School?  This is the perfect time to dive into it and offer students an alternative form of education!  Listen as Jean shares how she started her first Forest School, and is now training future Forest School teachers from around the world.  I hope you finish this episode feeling just as inspired as I did!Bio:Dr. Jean Lomino’s varied career includes being a classroom teacher, adjunct professor for the MSED in Outdoor Education at Southern Adventist University, Executive Director of Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center in Chattanooga, TN, and in 2015 she co-founded Wauhatchie School, the first forest kindergarten in the state. The school this year expanded to four campuses in Chattanooga with a combined enrollment of 140 students for the coming year. Wauhatchie in partnership with Reflection Riding Arboretum &amp; Nature Center, is working with several Hamilton County public kindergartens to develop forest school programs at their school sites and to conduct forest kindergarten at Reflection Riding’s new family forest exploration site.Dr. Lomino is the founder, director and lead trainer of the Forest School Teacher Institute, and since 2015 has trained over 150 forest kindergarten teachers from the US, Canada, China, Korea and South Africa. For two months she worked as a trainer/consultant with the teachers at No Boundaries Forest Kindergarten in Guangzhou, China.  In 2018 she collaborated on research with Dr. Jiyoun Shin, Vice-Chair of the Korean Forest Kindergarten Association.  Jean has presented at numerous conferences and workshops in the US and was a featured speaker at the International Symposium of Forest Kindergartens in Seoul, South Korea, June, 2019.  She is currently writing a book about how children’s friendships with nature lead to earth stewardship. Wauhatchie Forest School@wauhatchieschoolForest School Teacher Institute@forestschool_teacherinstituteMOVRS.org@movrs.podcastSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

Ever wonder if you could start your own Forest School?  This is the perfect time to dive into it and offer students an alternative form of education!  Listen as Jean shares how she started her first Forest School, and is now training future Forest School teachers from around the world.  I hope you finish this episode feeling just as inspired as I did! Bio: Dr. Jean Lomino’s varied career includes being a classroom teacher, adjunct professor for the MSED in Outdoor Education at Southern Adventist University, Executive Director of Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center in Chattanooga, TN, and in 2015 she co-founded Wauhatchie School, the first forest kindergarten in the state. The school this year expanded to four campuses in Chattanooga with a combined enrollment of 140 students for the coming year. Wauhatchie in partnership with Reflection Riding Arboretum &amp; Nature Center, is working with several Hamilton County public kindergartens to develop forest school programs at their school sites and to conduct forest kindergarten at Reflection Riding’s new family forest exploration site.Dr. Lomino is the founder, director and lead trainer of the Forest School Teacher Institute, and since 2015 has trained over 150 forest kindergarten teachers from the US, Canada, China, Korea and South Africa. For two months she worked as a trainer/consultant with the teachers at No Boundaries Forest Kindergarten in Guangzhou, China.  In 2018 she collaborated on research with Dr. Jiyoun Shin, Vice-Chair of the Korean Forest Kindergarten Association.  Jean has presented at numerous conferences and workshops in the US and was a featured speaker at the International Symposium of Forest Kindergartens in Seoul, South Korea, June, 2019.  She is currently writing a book about how children’s friendships with nature lead to earth stewardship. <a href="https://wauhatchie.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wauhatchie Forest School</a> <a href="https://instagram.com/wauhatchieschool" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@wauhatchieschool</a> <a href="https://forestteacher.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Forest School Teacher Institute</a> <a href="https://instagram.com/forestschool_teacherinstitute" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@forestschool_teacherinstitute</a> <a href="http://www.movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MOVRS.org</a> <a href="http://instagram.com/movrs.podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@movrs.podcast</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

How to Start a Forest School with Dr. Jean Lomino | Episode 24

The mission of the MOVRS podcast is to educate listeners on the importance of movement and play in the lives of children.  Listen as we interview leaders in the fields of education, movement, play, and more from here in Rochester, NY and around the world.

"'Farm Fresh Family Fun'. These four words have been our guiding principles through the years. When guests visit our farm, it is our goal to provide a place for people of all ages to enjoy fun and interactive farm activities while creating lifelong memories with friends and family. Wickham Farms is located in Penfield, NY and is an amazing place to take your family for the day if you're in the area.  They have tons of activities that are meant to be interactive for the entire family not just the kids.  They also run an extremely successful CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program.  Listen to learn about how they got their start and what to expect when you get there!Episode Timeline:1:10 - The Wickham Farms Story3:00 - Growing Up On A Farm7:40 - Creating Interactive Play20:15 - Putting the Family and the Team First22:15 - CSA and Kids' Nutritionwickhamfarms.com@wickhamfarmsmovrs.org@movrs.podcastSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

"'Farm Fresh Family Fun'. These four words have been our guiding principles through the years. When guests visit our farm, it is our goal to provide a place for people of all ages to enjoy fun and interactive farm activities while creating lifelong memories with friends and family. Wickham Farms is located in Penfield, NY and is an amazing place to take your family for the day if you're in the area.  They have tons of activities that are meant to be interactive for the entire family not just the kids.  They also run an extremely successful CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program.  Listen to learn about how they got their start and what to expect when you get there! Episode Timeline: 1:10 - The Wickham Farms Story 3:00 - Growing Up On A Farm 7:40 - Creating Interactive Play 20:15 - Putting the Family and the Team First 22:15 - CSA and Kids' Nutrition <a href="https://wickhamfarms.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">wickhamfarms.com</a> <a href="https://instagram.com/wickhamfarms" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@wickhamfarms</a> <a href="http://www.movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">movrs.org</a> <a href="http://www.instagram.com/movrs.podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@movrs.podcast</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

Wickham Farms with Dale Wickham | Episode 23

Josh Budinger is the creator of Dad Games, an Instagram page dedicated to sharing fun and creative games you can play at home with your kids.  I love his page because it reminds me of all the random games we would make up as kids, which seems like a lost art today with all the structured play and leagues that kids are enrolled in.  It's refreshing to talk to someone as passionate as Josh is about playing and spending time with his kids, and the positive impact that has on their lives.  Josh shares how and why Dad games got started, and his TOP 5 FAVORITE GAMES you should try at home!  Enjoy!Dad Games Instagram:@dad.gamesEpisode Timeline:1:00 - The Dad Games Story14:00 - Prioritizing Time with Your Kids23:00 - Top 5 Dad GamesMOVRS.org@MOVRS.PODCASTSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

Josh Budinger is the creator of Dad Games, an Instagram page dedicated to sharing fun and creative games you can play at home with your kids.  I love his page because it reminds me of all the random games we would make up as kids, which seems like a lost art today with all the structured play and leagues that kids are enrolled in.  It's refreshing to talk to someone as passionate as Josh is about playing and spending time with his kids, and the positive impact that has on their lives.  Josh shares how and why Dad games got started, and his TOP 5 FAVORITE GAMES you should try at home!  Enjoy! Dad Games Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dad.games" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dad.games</a> Episode Timeline: 1:00 - The Dad Games Story 14:00 - Prioritizing Time with Your Kids 23:00 - Top 5 Dad Games <a href="http://www.movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MOVRS.org</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/movrs.podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@MOVRS.PODCAST</a> <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

Dad Games with Josh Budinger | Episode 22

Seth Almekinder is an elementary/middle school teacher at Naples Central School in NY.  He taught for years in Poland and other various schools around the world, and this year will be leaving Naples to teach in Bangladesh.  These experiences have helped Seth develop an excellent learning experience for his students in which they spend one full day outside each week doing place-based education.  He explains how in the beginning of the year they start out with short local hikes, and by the end of the year his students are working up to 5-6 miles in a day.Listen as Seth shares how he developed this program and how he implements it, and how despite spending a full day outside of the classroom learning, his students aren't missing out on learning opportunities and falling behind.  These are the type of educators we love to highlight on MOVRS!Thank you for listening and please rate/review/subscribe/follow!Twitter - @SAlmekinderEmail - salmekinder@gmail.comEpisode Timeline:5:00 - "Week Without Walls"10:00 - Move to Learn13:40 - Rigorous Academic Curriculum22:30 - How to Start Place-Based Education at Your School32:00 - Student Behavior Outside vs. Inside43:50 - Teaching InternationallySupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

Seth Almekinder is an elementary/middle school teacher at Naples Central School in NY.  He taught for years in Poland and other various schools around the world, and this year will be leaving Naples to teach in Bangladesh.  These experiences have helped Seth develop an excellent learning experience for his students in which they spend one full day outside each week doing place-based education.  He explains how in the beginning of the year they start out with short local hikes, and by the end of the year his students are working up to 5-6 miles in a day. Listen as Seth shares how he developed this program and how he implements it, and how despite spending a full day outside of the classroom learning, his students aren't missing out on learning opportunities and falling behind.  These are the type of educators we love to highlight on MOVRS! Thank you for listening and please rate/review/subscribe/follow! Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/SAlmekinder" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@SAlmekinder</a> Email - salmekinder@gmail.com Episode Timeline: 5:00 - "Week Without Walls"10:00 - Move to Learn13:40 - Rigorous Academic Curriculum22:30 - How to Start Place-Based Education at Your School32:00 - Student Behavior Outside vs. Inside43:50 - Teaching Internationally<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

Take Your Classroom Outdoors with Seth Almekinder | Episode 21

Kelly Starrett

Dr. Kelly Starrett is a coach, physical therapist, two-time New York Times &amp; Wall Street Journal bestselling author, speaker, and co-founder of The Ready State, the world's most comprehensive collection of guided movement, mechanics, and mobility instructional videos. The Ready State is the world's most comprehensive collection of guided movement, mechanics, and mobility instructional videos. On top of co-founding The Ready State, Kelly and Juliet also started San Francisco CrossFit and StandUpKids together. Kelly and his work have been featured on 60 Minutes, The View, The Joe Rogan Experience, CBS Sports, Outside Magazine, Men's Health, Men's Journal and dozens of other podcasts, magazines, and books — including Tim Ferriss' The 4-Hour Body and Tools of Titans. Click here to access a FREE 14-day trial to his flagship program called Virtual Mobility Coach (which is like having a virtual Kelly Starrett in your pocket). TRS Virtual Mobility Coach provides users guided mobilization videos customized for your body and lifestyle, including a personal “pain prescription” to fix your aches and stiffness, guided pre and post-exercise mobilizations tailored for your training and sports schedule, and mobilizations for your “off” days to maintain your range-of-motion and reduce your risk of injury.He and I talked about how we can help kids develop sound movement mechanics when they're young, so that they are more likely to move well for a lifetime.  Later in the episode, we focus on the importance of the feet, and how wearing the right sneakers, or no sneakers at all, can have dramatic positive effects on their entire body.Don't forget to review/rate/follow/subscribe if you enjoyed the episode!  Thank you!Where to Find The Ready State/Kelly on Social: Instagram - @thereadystateFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thereadystate/ Twitter - @thereadystateYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnnB4zDBqZHhQ4uLTAX8eYA Stand Up Kids - https://standupkids.org/MOVRS.org@movrs.podcastEpisode Timeline:1:30 - Who's Responsible?12:00 - Stand Up Kids18:30 - Reimagining School Structure22:00 - Why Happens When Kids Sit Too Long?27:30 - Teaching Movement Skills32:15 - How Do We Assess Kids in Movement?38:30 - The Importance of Our Feet47:00 - TRS App for KidsSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

Dr. Kelly Starrett is a coach, physical therapist, two-time New York Times &amp; Wall Street Journal bestselling author, speaker, and co-founder of The Ready State, the world's most comprehensive collection of guided movement, mechanics, and mobility instructional videos. The Ready State is the world's most comprehensive collection of guided movement, mechanics, and mobility instructional videos. On top of co-founding The Ready State, Kelly and Juliet also started San Francisco CrossFit and StandUpKids together. Kelly and his work have been featured on 60 Minutes, The View, The Joe Rogan Experience, CBS Sports, Outside Magazine, Men's Health, Men's Journal and dozens of other podcasts, magazines, and books — including Tim Ferriss' The 4-Hour Body and Tools of Titans. <a href="https://thereadystate.com/movrs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to access a FREE 14-day trial to his flagship program called Virtual Mobility Coach (which is like having a virtual Kelly Starrett in your pocket). TRS Virtual Mobility Coach provides users guided mobilization videos customized for your body and lifestyle, including a personal “pain prescription” to fix your aches and stiffness, guided pre and post-exercise mobilizations tailored for your training and sports schedule, and mobilizations for your “off” days to maintain your range-of-motion and reduce your risk of injury. He and I talked about how we can help kids develop sound movement mechanics when they're young, so that they are more likely to move well for a lifetime.  Later in the episode, we focus on the importance of the feet, and how wearing the right sneakers, or no sneakers at all, can have dramatic positive effects on their entire body. Don't forget to review/rate/follow/subscribe if you enjoyed the episode!  Thank you! Where to Find The Ready State/Kelly on Social: Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereadystate/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thereadystate</a> Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thereadystate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/thereadystate/</a> Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/thereadystate?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thereadystate</a> YouTube - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnnB4zDBqZHhQ4uLTAX8eYA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnnB4zDBqZHhQ4uLTAX8eYA </a> Stand Up Kids - <a href="https://standupkids.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://standupkids.org/</a> <a href="http://www.movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MOVRS.org</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/movrs.podcast/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@movrs.podcast</a> Episode Timeline: 1:30 - Who's Responsible? 12:00 - Stand Up Kids 18:30 - Reimagining School Structure 22:00 - Why Happens When Kids Sit Too Long? 27:30 - Teaching Movement Skills 32:15 - How Do We Assess Kids in Movement? 38:30 - The Importance of Our Feet 47:00 - TRS App for Kids<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

Raising Supple Kids with Dr. Kelly Starrett | Episode 20

Nicole Kazimer

Nicole is the founder of Hikyoga, based out of Rochester, NY.  "Hikyoga is an amazing new yoga practice taking yoga outside. Hikyoga blends hiking and yoga. Hikyoga awakens the lives of others by promoting individuals to be more present in the outdoors."Nicole and I talk about how her business got started and why kids should be doing yoga.  She is offering Hikyoga training on the weekend of September 12th, 2020.  Head to her website for more information!Also, don't don't forget to subscribe/follow/rate/review if you liked it!  Thank you!hikyoga.com@hikyoga@helloyogagirlmovrs.org@movrs.podcastSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

Nicole is the founder of Hikyoga, based out of Rochester, NY.  "Hikyoga is an amazing new yoga practice taking yoga outside. Hikyoga blends hiking and yoga. Hikyoga awakens the lives of others by promoting individuals to be more present in the outdoors." Nicole and I talk about how her business got started and why kids should be doing yoga.  She is offering Hikyoga training on the weekend of September 12th, 2020.  Head to her website for more information! Also, don't don't forget to subscribe/follow/rate/review if you liked it!  Thank you! <a href="https://www.hikyoga.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">hikyoga.com</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hikyoga/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@hikyoga</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/helloyogagirl/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@helloyogagirl</a> <a href="http://www.movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">movrs.org</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/movrs.podcast/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@movrs.podcast</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

Hikyoga with Nicole Kazimer | Episode 19

Victor Sheldon

This is a special, two-part episode featuring some of the greatest racers in Jet Skiing.  The first half of the episode will be with the legend, Victor Sheldon.  The second half will be a conversation with another legend, Tera Laho, and newcomer Stevie Bascom.  They all share how they got started riding and racing, why they love the sport, and what they do to stay active in the offseason.  Between the three of them, they have collected 17 World Championships!I started riding when I was 9 and fell in love with the sport right away.  I grew up idolizing people like Victor and Tera, watching their racing and getting their autographs.  It's been decades since then and the sport has changed and evolved in many ways, but riders like Stevie are showing us a renewed interest in the sport that I hope continues to grow.  Thank you for checking out the episode and please consider reviewing, subscribing, and following if you enjoyed it!Instagram:Stevie Bascom - @that_kawasaki_kidTera Laho - @teralahoVictor Sheldon - @slasher200Quick n' Dirty MTB - @quickndirtymtbEpisode Timeline:PART 1 - Victor Sheldon2:30 - Growing up in Alaska11:10 - The Leg Drag13:30 - Mountain Biking16:20 - Leading an Active Lifestyle as a Family19:45 - Vanilla Ice21:20 - How to be Mentally Strong25:00 - Quick n' Dirty MTB31:00 - Quick n' Dirty Rapid Fire QuestionsPART 2 - Tera Laho and Stevie Bascom42:30 - Tera and Stevie's Background50:15 - Leading an Active Lifestyle as a Family55:30 - Turning a Hobby into a Career1:00:08 - Why Jet Ski?1:09:45 - Rapid Fire Questions1:17:10 - A Male Dominated Sport?@movrs.podcastmovrs.orgSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

This is a special, two-part episode featuring some of the greatest racers in Jet Skiing.  The first half of the episode will be with the legend, Victor Sheldon.  The second half will be a conversation with another legend, Tera Laho, and newcomer Stevie Bascom.  They all share how they got started riding and racing, why they love the sport, and what they do to stay active in the offseason.  Between the three of them, they have collected 17 World Championships! I started riding when I was 9 and fell in love with the sport right away.  I grew up idolizing people like Victor and Tera, watching their racing and getting their autographs.  It's been decades since then and the sport has changed and evolved in many ways, but riders like Stevie are showing us a renewed interest in the sport that I hope continues to grow.  Thank you for checking out the episode and please consider reviewing, subscribing, and following if you enjoyed it! Instagram: Stevie Bascom - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/that_kawasaki_kid/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@that_kawasaki_kid</a> Tera Laho - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/teralaho/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@teralaho</a> Victor Sheldon - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/slasher200/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@slasher200</a> Quick n' Dirty MTB - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/quickndirtymtb/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@quickndirtymtb</a> Episode Timeline: PART 1 - Victor Sheldon 2:30 - Growing up in Alaska 11:10 - The Leg Drag 13:30 - Mountain Biking 16:20 - Leading an Active Lifestyle as a Family 19:45 - Vanilla Ice 21:20 - How to be Mentally Strong 25:00 - Quick n' Dirty MTB 31:00 - Quick n' Dirty Rapid Fire Questions PART 2 - Tera Laho and Stevie Bascom 42:30 - Tera and Stevie's Background 50:15 - Leading an Active Lifestyle as a Family 55:30 - Turning a Hobby into a Career 1:00:08 - Why Jet Ski? 1:09:45 - Rapid Fire Questions 1:17:10 - A Male Dominated Sport? <a href="https://www.instagram.com/movrs.podcast/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@movrs.podcast</a> <a href="http://www.movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">movrs.org</a> <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

Becoming Jet Ski Champs with Victor Sheldon, Tera Laho, and Stevie Bascom | Episode 18

Ron Whitcomb

Ron Whitcomb is the former Athletic Director of Victor Central Schools in New York.  During his 27 year tenure, Victor accumulated 232 league titles, 185 Section V titles, and 16 state championships.  Ron's instrumental leadership helped Victor to gain the reputation of being one of the greatest schools in New York for Physical Education and Athletics.  Ron let's us in on some secrets to that success, including what quality physical education should look like, and the type of teachers they look for when hiring.  This is a must listen to episode for all the PE teachers out there!Please don't forget to leave a rating and review for the show if you liked it!  Every little bit helps to get the word out there and try to make some positive changes for kids in school around the world!  Thank you!School Website:https://www.victorschools.org/Episode Timeline:6:30 - Growing Up13:00 - The Role of PE17:00 - PE, Health, and Driver's Ed?25:00 - Outdoor Education at Victor27:50 - Hiring Great PE Teachers34:45 - Kids as Customers38:00 - Leading by Example for Lifelong Learning41:15 - Collaborating with Other Professionals46:00 - Communicating with Parents53:32 - Advice for the Upcoming School YearMOVRS Website:http://movrs.orgMOVRS instagram:@movrs.podcastSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

Ron Whitcomb is the former Athletic Director of Victor Central Schools in New York.  During his 27 year tenure, Victor accumulated 232 league titles, 185 Section V titles, and 16 state championships.  Ron's instrumental leadership helped Victor to gain the reputation of being one of the greatest schools in New York for Physical Education and Athletics.  Ron let's us in on some secrets to that success, including what quality physical education should look like, and the type of teachers they look for when hiring.  This is a must listen to episode for all the PE teachers out there! Please don't forget to leave a rating and review for the show if you liked it!  Every little bit helps to get the word out there and try to make some positive changes for kids in school around the world!  Thank you! School Website: <a href="https://www.victorschools.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.victorschools.org/</a> Episode Timeline: 6:30 - Growing Up 13:00 - The Role of PE 17:00 - PE, Health, and Driver's Ed? 25:00 - Outdoor Education at Victor 27:50 - Hiring Great PE Teachers 34:45 - Kids as Customers 38:00 - Leading by Example for Lifelong Learning 41:15 - Collaborating with Other Professionals 46:00 - Communicating with Parents 53:32 - Advice for the Upcoming School Year MOVRS Website: <a href="http://movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://movrs.org</a> MOVRS instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/movrs.podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@movrs.podcast</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

Building Excellence in Physical Education with Ron Whitcomb | Episode 17

This episode features a returning guest, Joonas Niemi, the program coordinator of Schools on the Move in Finland.  Joonas focuses on active transportation, trying to encourage kids  to walk and bike back and forth to school, and shares examples on how Finnish students actively commute to school and the infrastructure set in place to allow for it.  This is a great way to promote physical activity without changing the school day schedule, and also sets the kids up for academic success by getting them moving before the day starts.Schools on the Move Website:https://schoolsonthemove.fi/Episode Timeline:1:50 - How to speak (some) Finnish9:20 - Joonas' childhood story12:00 - Finnish culture of active transportation14:10 - Why should kids actively commute?21:40 - Commuting in the snow28:50 - Is it safe?Please don't forget to leave a review, share, and subscribe if you like the show!MOVRS Website:http://www.movrs.orgMOVRS Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/movrs.podcast/?hl=enSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

This episode features a returning guest, Joonas Niemi, the program coordinator of Schools on the Move in Finland.  Joonas focuses on active transportation, trying to encourage kids  to walk and bike back and forth to school, and shares examples on how Finnish students actively commute to school and the infrastructure set in place to allow for it.  This is a great way to promote physical activity without changing the school day schedule, and also sets the kids up for academic success by getting them moving before the day starts. Schools on the Move Website: <a href="https://schoolsonthemove.fi/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://schoolsonthemove.fi/</a> Episode Timeline: 1:50 - How to speak (some) Finnish 9:20 - Joonas' childhood story 12:00 - Finnish culture of active transportation 14:10 - Why should kids actively commute? 21:40 - Commuting in the snow 28:50 - Is it safe? Please don't forget to leave a review, share, and subscribe if you like the show! MOVRS Website: <a href="http://www.movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.movrs.org</a> MOVRS Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/movrs.podcast/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/movrs.podcast/?hl=en</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

Biking to School in Finland with Joonas Niemi | Episode 16

Debbie McCoy

Debbie McCoy is the Assistant Vice President of Education at the Strong Museum of Play.  The Woodbury School is run out of the museum, and offers programs for Pre-K and Early Kindergarten.  Their curriculum is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, which is play-based and neither teacher led or student led, but a collaboration between the two.  I believe The Woodbury School is the hidden gem of the Strong Museum of Play, and I hope it continues to thrive and even expand over the years to more grade levels.  Please don't forget to leave a review, subscribe and follow if you enjoyed the episode!Episode Timeline:3:00 - Learning Through Play5:45 - The Reggio Emilia approach9:45 - "Dance" between teacher and student13:10 - Teacher:Student ratio14:20 - How they utilize the museum in school16:40 - Letting your kids be bored20:20 - Professional development opportunities26:15 - Typical day at The Woodbury31:20 - Standardized tests?The Strong Museum of PlayWebsite - https://www.museumofplay.org/Instagram - @museumofplayrocWoodbury School at The StrongWebsite - https://www.museumofplay.org/education/woodbury-schoolMOVRSWebsite - http://www.movrs.orgInstagram - @movrs.podcastSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

Debbie McCoy is the Assistant Vice President of Education at the Strong Museum of Play.  The Woodbury School is run out of the museum, and offers programs for Pre-K and Early Kindergarten.  Their curriculum is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, which is play-based and neither teacher led or student led, but a collaboration between the two.  I believe The Woodbury School is the hidden gem of the Strong Museum of Play, and I hope it continues to thrive and even expand over the years to more grade levels.  Please don't forget to leave a review, subscribe and follow if you enjoyed the episode! Episode Timeline: 3:00 - Learning Through Play 5:45 - The Reggio Emilia approach 9:45 - "Dance" between teacher and student 13:10 - Teacher:Student ratio 14:20 - How they utilize the museum in school 16:40 - Letting your kids be bored 20:20 - Professional development opportunities 26:15 - Typical day at The Woodbury 31:20 - Standardized tests? The Strong Museum of Play Website - <a href="https://www.museumofplay.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.museumofplay.org/</a> Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/museumofplayroc/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@museumofplayroc</a> Woodbury School at The Strong Website - <a href="https://www.museumofplay.org/education/woodbury-school" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.museumofplay.org/education/woodbury-school</a> MOVRS Website - <a href="http://www.movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.movrs.org</a> Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/movrs.podcast/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@movrs.podcast</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

The School of Play with Debbie McCoy | Episode 15

Mike Boyle

Episode Timeline:1:45 - Play with your kids6:30 - Is it teachable and is it learnable?9:00 - Injuries during training12:00 - When should kids start weight training?15:30 - The ADD Olympics20:15 - How do you make weight training fun?26:00 - How can Physical Education class in school improve?34:10 - Early sports specialization41:30 - "Exercise is a very bad weight loss tool"48:20 - How do you deal with internet critics?Michael Boyle is one of the foremost experts in the fields of Strength and Conditioning, Functional Training and general fitness. He currently spends his time lecturing, teaching, training and writing.  Michael served as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Boston University for 15 years, and also for the past 25 years he's been the Strength and Conditioning Coach for Men’s Ice Hockey at Boston University.  Mike also was the Boston Red Sox strength and conditioning coach in 2013 that won the World Series. (bio from bodybyboyle.com)MBSC is consistently ranked as one of the top gyms in the US and was voted Boston best personal trainers in 201. 29 Draper St, Woburn, Ma 01801 781-938-1330. The best compliment you can give is a referral. Thank you for passing on our contact info to your friends, neighbors and co-workers.For the best in Boston area sports and personal training go to www.bodybyboyle.com For the best in sports performance training go to www.Strengthcoach.com Twitter:mboyle1959Instagram:michael_boyle1959MOVRS Instagram:@wermovrswww.movrs.orgSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs)

Episode Timeline: 1:45 - Play with your kids 6:30 - Is it teachable and is it learnable? 9:00 - Injuries during training 12:00 - When should kids start weight training? 15:30 - The ADD Olympics 20:15 - How do you make weight training fun? 26:00 - How can Physical Education class in school improve? 34:10 - Early sports specialization 41:30 - "Exercise is a very bad weight loss tool" 48:20 - How do you deal with internet critics? Michael Boyle is one of the foremost experts in the fields of Strength and Conditioning, Functional Training and general fitness. He currently spends his time lecturing, teaching, training and writing.  Michael served as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Boston University for 15 years, and also for the past 25 years he's been the Strength and Conditioning Coach for Men’s Ice Hockey at Boston University.  Mike also was the Boston Red Sox strength and conditioning coach in 2013 that won the World Series. (bio from <a href="http://bodybyboyle.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bodybyboyle.com</a>) MBSC is consistently ranked as one of the top gyms in the US and was voted Boston best personal trainers in 201. 29 Draper St, Woburn, Ma 01801 781-938-1330. The best compliment you can give is a referral. Thank you for passing on our contact info to your friends, neighbors and co-workers. For the best in Boston area sports and personal training go to <a href="http://www.bodybyboyle.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.bodybyboyle.com</a><a href="http://www.bodybyboyle.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> For the best in sports performance training go to <a href="http://www.Strengthcoach.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.Strengthcoach.com</a><a href="http://www.strengthcoach.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mboyle1959?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mboyle1959</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michael_boyle1959/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">michael_boyle1959</a> MOVRS Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wermovrs/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@wermovrs</a> <a href="http://www.movrs.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.movrs.org</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a> (<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/movrs</a>)

The Pursuit of Best Practice with Mike Boyle | Episode 14

This is an awesome mission! Our kids need more play! Thanks for leading the charge Brian!

Great mission!

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