Monkey Bars

Monkey Bars

Hosted by: Benjamin Thornton & Nathan Nussbaum

MovMed is a system and educational platform focused on balancing the body through the nervous system for optimal performance and recovery. Founder Nathan Nussbaum and Director Benjamin Thornton talk about various...

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14. Managing Fuel and Prioritizing Inputs

Gareth Kelly joins us again to chat about how the things he prioritizes when working with people as well as other concepts in neurology. Follow Gareth @gareth_rewire_npt You can learn more about RewireNPT at...
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13. Inventor of the HydroCore Maurizio Tangari

Maurizio joins us and shares stories from developing and using the hydrocore, the different ways our evolution has been shaped by the environment, and more. Check out the Hydrocore line of products at...
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12. Why Ben "Left" Functional Patterns

In this episode on Monkey Bars, Ben talks about his experiences being involved in the training system Functional Patterns for over 4 years, and the reasons he branched out into learning from other schools of thought....
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11. Bonafide Boxing with Michael Briggs

Michael Briggs joins us to talk about his journey in the world of boxing and MMA, the fundamental principles he teaches his clients, and how his views of movement have changed working with MovMed. Bonafide Boxing...
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10. Gait Busters - All Things Walking and Running with Benjamin D'Aguilar and Tony Reid

A lot of movement systems revolve around how you walk and run, but not all systems give the best advice. In this episode we're joined again by Benjamin D'Aguilar and Tony Reid to breakdown our experiences working with...
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9. More Talk about Mewing

Nathan Nussbaum and Benjamin Thornton discuss what Mewing is, how it can affect the shape and function of your jaw, neck, and airway, and discuss their experiences with it. Until August 11th/2022, you can get the...
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8. A Nervous System Deep Dive with James McCambridge of RewireNPT

James McCambridge comes on to chat about his experiences transitioning from acrobatics, to circus performing, to learning and training others using neurology. Follow James on instagram @james_rewirenpt and check out...
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7. Experiencing the Fitness Industry with Clifton Harski of PPSC

Clifton Harski is the COO of the Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certification. We cover tons of topics from transitioning to barefoot shoes, his opinion on various systems and exercises, to how he's bounced back...
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6. The "Shakes" with Benjamin D'Aguilar and Tony Reid

Benjamin D'Aguilar and Tony Reid join us to discuss the phenomenon of shaking during training sessions in various contexts. On Instagram Follow Benjamin D'Aguilar @benjamin.equilibrium and Tony Reid @onestrongab For...
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5. Stretching & Circus Acts - Gareth Kelly from RewireNPT

Gareth Kelly comes on to share his transition from circus performer to neurology-based practitioner. You can learn more about RewireNPT at https://www.rewirenpt.com/ For more information about Movmed, check out...
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4. Starting Points for Training

Nathan Nussbaum talks with Benjamin Thornton about what one should focus on as a priority during their movement and fitness journey. Check out the Mewing with Movmed online course here:...
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3. Mewing and Midline

Nathan and Ben discuss Mewing. What it is, ways to do it, and how it relates to the midline. Checkout the online course "Mewing with Movmed" at movmed.net for guided exercises and access to a more in-depth webinar.
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