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Cerebral Palsy Grows Up: The PodcastEpisode 6: Charlie GraffiusCharlie is a masters student in the Motor Learning and Motor Control program at Teachers College, Columbia University. He received a B.S. in Exercise Science from Colby-Sawyer College. During his undergraduate experience, Charlie was a member of the Men’s Tennis team and the Exercise Science research team. This research consisted of comparing muscular activation patterns with various strength training modalities. Before joining the lab at TC, Charlie worked as a personal trainer for clients with neurological conditions in Brunswick, Maine. After being born with Cerebral Palsy himself, Charlie has used an evidence based approach to manage and im...2024-10-1841 min
Good Days with Eddy and Charlie | A Youth Ministry Principles PodcastS4E2: Lock In with Jenn Graffius and Matt ElofsonGood Days!! Welcome to the Good Days Podcast. This week Eddy and Charlie sit down with Dr. Jenn Graffius and Dr. Matt Elofson to hear about the lessons they have learned over the years in ministry.
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FieldsportsChannel's PodcastWhat to expect from the Labour governmentWith a new government in power in Westminster, three people with a stake in the future of fieldsports and the countryside come together to talk to Charlie about what Labour could or even will do – to trail hunting, trophy imports, shooting sports and farming. Speaking at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre at the end of July 2024 are Countryside Alliance chief executive Tim Bonner, farmer and former MP Neil Parish, who used to chair the EFRA committee at Westminster, and first up is Christopher Graffius, who runs communications and public affairs at BASC. Click here for mo...2024-07-3156 min
The Movement Fluidity PodcastEmily Faulkner: The Alexander Technique for Cerebral Palsy | Episode 25Emily Faulkner is a classmate of mine from the motor learning program at Columbia University. Emily teaches a form of alternative therapy called the Alexander Technique to athletes, musicians, people with chronic pain, and more. She teaches out of New York City.
Alexander Technique is a psychosensory education technique that can conditions related due to stress. The goal is not to cure a condition, but it can make a problematic condition less taxing on an individual. Alexander technique is not exercise or meditation, but instead focuses on self-analysis to change one’s awareness of their body in sp...2024-05-0146 min
The Movement Fluidity PodcastParitosh Joshi & Julia Pappageorge: Reimagining the Medical and Social Models of Disability | Episode 24In this episode, I interview Paritosh Joshi and Julia Pappageorge who are the co-authors of the paper “Reimagining Disability: A Call to Action” published in the Developmental Disabilities Network Journal. In the article, they compare the two main models of disability, the medical and social models. The medical model believes that people are not “normal” if they have a disability and blames them for not fitting in. The social model believes society hurts people with disabilities and wants to create better environments for them.
Paritosh Joshi is a Master of Arts student in Clinical Psychology at Teachers College...2024-04-0158 minGood Days with Eddy and Charlie | A Youth Ministry Principles PodcastS3E16: Finding a Place of Rest with Jenn GraffiusGood Days!! Tune in this week to hear a special talk with Jenn Graffius. It can be easy to get caught up in your work that you forget to slow down. This week Charlie, Eddy, and Jenn have a conversation about lessons Jenn has learned about rest.
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Charlie Alcock and Eddy Shigley
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Tyler Sanders (@tylerwsanders) and The Called Collective (@thecalledcollective)
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Nathan York and Haley Fouts
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Ha...2024-03-2030 min
The Movement Fluidity PodcastFiveBoro Bike Tour in NYC - Fundraiser for Cerebral Palsy Research | Episode 23I am excited to share that I will be participating in the FiveBoro bike tour in New York City this May. This 40 mile bike ride through all five boroughs is to raise money for Cerebral Palsy (CP) research. This is my first (of many) events like this to raise money for CP. I have not been on a bike in months, but I will be posting updates on my Instagram page if you’d like to see the training progression to get ready for this race.
My goal is to raise a minimum of $1,000 for The Cerebral Pal...2024-03-0118 min
The Movement Fluidity PodcastShea Hammond: USA Paralympic Soccer, Cerebral Palsy Soccer Foundation & Disability Education | Episode 22Shea Hammond is a player for the US Soccer Para 7-a-side Men’s National Team and for Clemson Paralympic Soccer. He was the youngest member of the men’s national team at age 16, and recently helped the team earn a bronze medal at the Para Pan American games while scoring four goals in the U.S.’s six matches. Shea helped to found the nonprofit organization called CPSoccer, a free soccer training program for ambulatory kids with cerebral palsy, stroke, or traumatic brain injury. Watch his Ted Talk on Youtube called “Paralyzed to Paralympic”.
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Morning with MadiCharlie Graffius: Movement FluidityHi everyone. I am very excited for you all to meet Charlie Graffius. Charlie and I met when we were both in undergrad via a class at Colby-Sawyer College. We reconnected when I discovered his podcast, the Movement Fluidity Podcast. The Movement Fluidity Podcast aims to share stories and research related to movement disorders, with a focus on cerebral palsy. The podcast serves as a platform to inspire and educate others.In our conversation, Charlie shares about his experiences with cerebral palsy. He also shares his motivations to positively impact others through work and research in kinesiology...2024-01-2046 min
The Movement Fluidity PodcastBonner Paddock: Living Beyond Limits | Episode 21Kicking off the new year with Bonner Paddock in episode 21! Bonner is a 5x world record holder and a NY times best selling author of “One More Step: Making the Impossible Possible”. All proceeds of the book go to Project Possible, a non-profit developing projects for disabled children globally founded by Bonner.
In this episode we talk about our journeys of transforming shame around Cerebral Palsy to viewing it as a gift. We also dive into the difference between healing physical and mental wounds and how it relates to living beyond limits.
“Just because it hasn’t been done first, or ever d...2024-01-011h 01
The Movement Fluidity PodcastSam Sahl: Adding Value to a Community & Building Empowerment with Strength Training | Episode 20My guest today is Sam Sahl, the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at The Hun School of Princeton. Sam explains what he refers to as “adding value” as a coach, where he emphasizes that an athlete’s progress is contingent on the connection they have with you. He also describes how when people build strength, they can change the way they interact with their environment - this growth empowers people to add something to the world regardless of their physical condition.
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The Movement Fluidity PodcastJake "Sidetrack" Arens: Hiking the Appalachian Trail with Cerebral Palsy | Episode 19In today’s episode, I had the privilege to interview Jake Arens. Jake was born with Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy (CP), he never allowed limitations to be put on him. Out of all of his incredible physical and mental accomplishments, he most recently hiked the Appalachian Trail (AT). This is no easy task for anyone, let alone for someone with a neurological condition such as CP. The AT is a hiking trail along the east coast of the U.S. which stretches 2,200 miles - starting at Springer Mountain in Georgia, ending at Mount Katahdin in Maine.
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The Movement Fluidity PodcastNew Perspectives on CP One month into Grad School | Episode 18Episode 18 of the Movement Fluidity Podcast is here! This is a solo podcast where I talk about some new perspectives on Cerebral Palsy (CP) after my first month of graduate school. I am in my first semester in a Masters of Arts program in Motor Learning and Motor Control. One of my goals is to combine the knowledge from this course to improve my own physical capabilities to prove that anything is possible for those with CP. Even though injuries to the Central Nervous System cannot fully regenerate in humans (for now), there is a lot we can do...2023-10-0148 min
The Movement Fluidity PodcastThe Challenge of Hiking Mount Katahdin with Cerebral Palsy | Episode 17Back at it with another episode with Dylan Tanguay! Today we tell a story about our trip making it to top of Maine- the summit of Mount Katahdin in Baxter State Park.
We took the Saddle trail from Roaring Brook which is a 10.4 mile out and back trail with an elevation of 5,268 feet. Luckily Dylan is an experienced hiker and climber, because my legs essentially stopped working after reaching the summit. This was due to symptoms related to Cerebral Palsy such as: localized muscular fatigue, central nervous system fatigue, muscle spasticity, as well as...2023-09-0139 minGood Days with Eddy and Charlie | A Youth Ministry Principles PodcastS2E29:Mentoring in Ministry with Jenn Graffius pt. 2In this weeks podcast special guest Jenn Graffius is back to talk more about mentoring in ministry. Eddy and Jenn go into depth for what it can look like for pastors to mentor in youth ministry.
Jenn leads the Center for Vocational Ministry and teaches courses in the Department of Practical Theology. She is passionate about the development, support, and success of students on their journey of discernment into ministry and their life in ministry. Jenn is an ordained minister and an APU alum (BA ’00), has pastoral leadership experience in church ministry, denominational leadership, an...2023-08-3032 minGood Days with Eddy and Charlie | A Youth Ministry Principles PodcastS2E28: Mentoring in Ministry with Jenn GraffiusIn this weeks podcast Eddy and Jenn Graffius talk about the importance of mentoring in ministry. This topic of mentoring can be utilized for those who are in youth ministry and for leaders all over. Jenn talks about how mentoring is great for both leadership in ministry and those who are wanting to grow further in their faith.
Jenn leads the Center for Vocational Ministry and teaches courses in the Department of Practical Theology. She is passionate about the development, support, and success of students on their journey of discernment into ministry and their life in ministry...2023-08-2335 min
The Movement Fluidity PodcastDylan Tanguay: Strength and Conditioning, Randomized Control Trials, Toothpaste Preferences, and More | Episode 16Today my guest is Dylan Tanguay. Dylan is a personal trainer, gymnast, rock climber, a super smart guy, and a great friend.
We talk about strength and conditioning in terms of concepts as well as from a coaching perspective. We also dive into the importance of reading randomized control trials to avoid getting caught up in the trendy nonsense in the fitness world. The interview even takes a turn to explain our toothpaste preferences and our thoughts on fluoride.
I hope you all enjoy and learn something from this wide ranging conversation.
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The Movement Fluidity PodcastIan Markow: Mobility Work for Efficient Movement | Episode 15On Episode 15 of the Movement Fluidity Podcast we bring on Ian Markow from Markow Training Systems.
Ian is an awesome guy who has a very extensive knowledge of all things human movement. I found out about Ian through his social media presence and online video video library called the Elite Video Membership. These classes combine Functional Range Conditioning (FRC), Postural Restoration (PRI), Gary Ward’s foot work, and more to build long lasting strength/mobility and restore efficient human movement.
The more I learn about human movement, the more important I am finding these concepts to...2023-05-1137 min
The Movement Fluidity PodcastRichard Finn: Trigger Point Therapy and more for decreasing pain managing muscle spasticity | Episode 14In this Episode of The Movement Fluidity Podcast, I interview Richard Finn. Richard is a Licensed Massage Therapist, Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist, and author of Trigger Point Therapy Made Simple: Serious Pain Relief in 4 Easy Steps. He is an experienced Pain Relief Specialist with a history of working in the health wellness and fitness industry.
Richard starts by explaining his story of how chronic headaches got him interested in the world of myofascial pain. Then, he explains the 4 step process for decreasing trigger point pain which includes treating the spine, flossing the nerve, treating the trigger points...2023-02-2243 minThe Movement Fluidity PodcastMy recent thoughts on Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) | Episode 13Here is the first episode of "Recent Thoughts" on the Movement Fluidity Podcast! These are short 5-10 minute episodes where I will be sharing what has been of interest to me in the field of Kinesiology, Motor Control, Health/Wellness, etc.
This episode covers Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) which is an exercise methodology which originates from The Prague School in Czechoslovaki. Vladamir Janda was among the group of neurologists who were the founding fathers.
The purpose of DNS was initially to teach kids with Cerebral Palsy (CP) to regain movement capabilities that were missed in...2023-02-1909 minThe Movement Fluidity PodcastDr. Lesley Hoey: Fitness, Nutrition, and Lifestyle Factors for Fascia | Episode 12Today’s guest is Lesley Hoey who is a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) where she works with the geriatric population, and is specifically interested in pelvic floor health. Lesley’s history includes skilled work in prevention, manual therapy, injury prevention, chronic pain, and fitness. This episode covers Lesley’s background and her holistic approach to training. The main focus for this episode is about fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle factors that impact the fascial system. As a Fascial Fitness Master Trainer, Lesley shares a ton of practical knowledge that is backed by research to improve the health of your fascia...2023-01-0656 minThe Movement Fluidity PodcastMichael Leary Q&A: Our Purpose in Life, How to Overcome Setbacks, Stories of Our Best Adventures, and More | Episode 11In today’s episode, I interview Michael Leary who is a Human Development Coach here in Portland, Maine. Michael has been a role model for me in the last few months and I am super excited to bring him on the show. Enjoy this episode which is a Q&A style where we go back and forth about our experiences and perspectives on things. Some of the topics we talk about include our purpose in life, how we deal with setbacks, and our best adventure.
Michael takes a holistic approach to improving the “whole human” experience with exerci...2022-12-2242 min
BodyTalk with David LesondakDealing with Cerebral Palsy with Charlie GraffiusI met Charlie at the 2022 Fascia Research Congress. He invited me onto his podcast, and I immediately knew I'd have to return the favor. He story will both inspire and enlighten. Enjoy!
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UK, EU and Else...2022-12-1131 minThe Movement Fluidity PodcastOlivia McAnirlin: Physical and Psychological Benefits of Being in Nature | Episode 10Today my guest is Olivia McAnirlin, who I met during my undergraduate research work through INBRE at Colby-Sawyer College. Olivia is now a Ph.D. candidate and lab manager at the Virtual Reality and Nature Lab at Clemson University in South Carolina. There, they simulate the effects of being in nature for people who cannot safely spend time outdoors, such as the Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) population.
The topics in this episode revolve around the physical and mental benefits of being outside. This includes a decrease in cortisol/stress, blood pressure, muscle tension, and more. Combining...2022-12-0730 minThe Movement Fluidity PodcastDavid Lesondak: Cold Therapy and Vibrational Stimulation for CP | Episode 9Welcome back to the Movement Fluidity Podcast. Today’s guest is David Lesondak, who is one of the very brightest and most influential individuals in the world of Fascia. David is a manual therapist and an Allied Health Member at The Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He is also an author, and the host of the Body Talk Podcast, which was a major inspiration to the creation of my podcast. David has been generous enough to give my listeners a discount code for his most recent book, the second edition of “Fasc...2022-11-2347 minThe Movement Fluidity PodcastMariana Barreto: Biotensegrity & How to Strengthen Connective Tissue | Episode 8In this episode I interview Mariana Barreto, the Founder and Director of We Flow Therapy. Mariana is a Manual Osteopath, Craniosacral Practitioner, and Physical Therapist originally from Venezuela, and now runs her practice in Canada. She uses an alternative therapeutic approach to Cerebral Palsy (CP) which focuses on the remodeling of the connective tissue or fascia. We talk about the impact on fascia caused by brain injuries, the role of biotensegrity, and other related topics.
In the past, physical therapy for patients with CP has revolved around targeting the specific spastic muscles with stability (casts & braces) and...2022-11-0945 minThe Movement Fluidity PodcastDr. Blair Voyvodic: The Body Braid, Physics of Fascia, and More | Episode 7In this episode, I interview Dr. Blair Voyvodic where he explains his invention, The Body Braid. This set of spiraling straps wraps around your entire body to act as an “extra set” of connective tissue, specifically working with the Spiral Line of fascia from Anatomy Trains. The Body Braid is especially useful for conditions such as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy where the connective tissue may not be supporting the body with enough tension. It is also incredible for anyone who sits for a majority of the day, especially for those with lower back pain. The straps are easily adju...2022-10-2658 minThe Movement Fluidity PodcastFluid Movement- How to Improve Athleticism | Episode 6In this episode, I explain what movement fluidity means to me. Fluid movement is the key to athleticism and pain free living. I dive into the science of energy efficiency, biomechanics, muscular firing sequence, and more. Then, I share what has worked for me to turn my herky jerky movements into smooth and fluid movements. In Episode 1, I talk about my story of being born with Cerebral Palsy to competing in collegiate tennis. Figuring out ways to move more efficiently has been a big part of my success, and I am still experimenting on myself as well as applying...2022-10-1234 minThe Movement Fluidity PodcastCharles Barnard: Visualization and Growth Mindset | Episode 5In this episode, I interview Charles Barnard, creator of the Growth Mindset Training Academy. Charles goes over a variety of topics involving having a mindset for success. He explains what the best in any field have in common, and how to get there. If you have ever wondered about how to use visualization and manifestation to reach your goals, this is the episode for you!
If you enjoyed the podcast, please subscribe and leave a review on the platform of your choice! Now available on Anchor.fm, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Music. You can now donate...2022-09-2149 minThe Movement Fluidity PodcastNeuronutrition- Optimizing Brain Health with Nutrition | Episode 4Episode Description
In this episode, I explain how to use nutrition to improve the health of the brain.
I explain the downfalls of the standard American diet, the 90% rule, and why there are better options to counting macronutrients. I also give you a few actionable tools to take away; replacing processed foods with added sugars and vegetable oils with healthy fats and natural sugars will improve the function of the brain and body.
There is an endless amount of information on nutrition, much of which is very controversial. This episode dives into my...2022-09-0831 minThe Movement Fluidity PodcastFascia- The Connection Between Mind and Body | Episode 3In this episode, I explain how the mysterious organ known as our fascia can act as the connection between the mind and body. Using this knowledge will help with eliminating chronic pains, releasing built up emotions held in the body, and moving more fluidly.
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In this episode, I explain the concept of neuroplasticity and how humans have the ability to change the circuitry in our brains.
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https://hubermanlab.com/teach-and-learn-better-with-a-neuroplasticity-super-protocol/2022-08-2525 minThe Movement Fluidity PodcastMy story, from being born with Cerebral Palsy to competing in collegiate tennis | Episode 1In this episode, I explain my life’s story from being born with Cerebral Palsy to playing collegiate tennis. I paint the picture of my journey of using myself as a test subject to get to where I am today- a Certified Personal Trainer (ACSM CPT) and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NASM CSCS). This introductory episode is to give a background of my drive and the future direction of this podcast.
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FieldsportsChannel's PodcastBig Bag Days: are shooters being too greedy?Charlie Jacoby chairs a panel at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre 2018 on driven pheasant and grouse shooting. On the panel are: Patrick Galbraith, editor, Shooting Times Simon Hart MP Mark Osborne, sporting agent and gunmaker, William Powell Sir Jim Paice, chairman, GWCT Questions and clarifications from the audience come from: Tim Bonner, Countryside Alliance Keith Cowieson, Songbird Survival Christopher Graffius, BASC Nick Kester, British Falconry Club Jerome Starkey, countryside correspondent, The Times Ludwig Willnegger, FACE Pheasant photograph by kind permission of Alan Ward, https://www.countryfieldimages.co.uk For other ways to...2018-08-0859 min