Run Your Life Show With Andy Vasily

Host Andy Vasily interviews inspiring leaders from professional sports, the field of education, and the health/wellness industry to unpack what striving for excellence means and to learn more about the guiding principles that shape their work.

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# 25 - From Music to Motion: One Educator’s Journey

Send us Fan Mail As Mike Kuzcala comes from a long line of educators in his family, teaching has always been in his blood. However, his path in education has been an unorthodox one, taking many interesting twists and turns along the way. Mike is an accomplished author having written the books The Kinestetic Classroom (2010) and Training in Motion (2015). He has devoted himself to sharing the neuroscience behind the brain/body connection and the powerful impact that it has on learning in both edu...

Apr 20, 2016•56 min

# 24 - An Inquirer’s Mindset

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, well-known consultant and author, Kath Murdoch, shares her journey in education over the past 33 years and what has driven her towards striving for both personal and professional excellence in her life. Although Kath’s expertise is related to inquiry-based teaching, she discusses other important factors that she believes are necessary to put into action in order to create the best learning environments possible for our students. The buillding blocks to creati...

Apr 14, 2016•58 min

# 23 - The Mindful Educator

Send us Fan Mail Mindfulness is a buzz word being passed around educational circles at the moment. Despite there being a mountain of research to support the power of mindfulness in enhancing student and teacher well-being, there are still many misconceptions about what it actually means. In today’s episode, Neila Steele, discusses specific strategies and approaches that she puts into practice across all grade levels and how she strives to develop a mindful mindset with both teachers and students...

Apr 08, 2016•41 min

# 22 - Gardening in PE!!! What!!!

Send us Fan Mail BioAaron Beighle holds a Masters degree in Exercise Physiology from Texas Christian University and Ph.D. from Arizona State University in Curriculum and Instruction – Physical Education. Prior to these degrees, Dr. Beighle worked in the fitness and recreation industry throughout the United States. Currently, he specializes in the areas of physical education and physical activity for youth. He is a faculty member in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion at the Univer...

Apr 06, 2016•41 min

# 21 - One Voice One Team

Send us Fan Mail Orlando Bowen is the founder and Executive Director of One Voice One Team Youth Leadership Organization, a non-profit youth leadership development organization that uses sport and community awareness to teach leadership and life skills to young people. Although a former professional football player, Orlando prides himself more in his relentless pursuit of helping to empower other people to overcome adversity, find their passion, and use their gifts to serve others.In this episod...

Mar 31, 2016•59 min

# 20 - ‘In’, ‘Through’, and ‘About Movement in PE.

Send us Fan Mail The meaning of quality physical education has been continually discussed around the globe by researchers and practitioners alike. Is there one definition that succinctly sums up what a quality physical education program looks like? I’m not sure if there is a definitive answer, but there are certain factors that we must put into practice to help ensure that we are providing authentic opportunities for a quality physical education experience for our students. When designing our cu...

Mar 26, 2016•28 min

# 19 - Why Are All Good Teachers Crazy?

Send us Fan Mail Teaching over the long haul can be an extremely demanding job, but to be our very best, we need to be switched on and ready to go each and every day. In today’s episode, my guest, Frank Stepnowski, shares his wisdom and insight based on over 25 years of experience in the profession. He has worked in some very challenging conditions throughout his career, but has never used this as an excuse for not giving it his all.We dive into the 3 books that Frank has written about education...

Mar 16, 2016•56 min

# 18 - Graffiti and Footprints. The Rush of Movement

Send us Fan Mail Defining the genuine purpose of physical education is never an easy thing to do BUT necessary if we are to have the impact that we desire on student learning in our programs. Being willing to take risk and deliver our programs differently to reflect the relevant needs of young people can help to increase levels of engagement and lead to more healthy lifestyles.In this episode, Dr. Justen O’Connor discusses his views on what quality physical education means. He also shares an ama...

Feb 29, 2016•31 min

# 17 - A Journeyman’s Story

Send us Fan Mail The journey of an educator is defined by both high and low moments. There are times when we are left in doubt as to next moves in our career. Taking charge and believing in our purpose is an extremely important thing to do in order to take the necessary action to following our dreams and goals.A willingness to learn and to be of service to others is what being an educator is all about. In today's episode, I speak with Aaron Hart about his journey over the past 20 years in educat...

Feb 29, 2016•54 min

# 16 - World’s Tough Mudder and Overcoming Obstacles

Send us Fan Mail Overcoming adversity and obstacles in our lives can be very difficult at times, especially when faced with serious injuries or illness. There is a certain kind of strength that is accessible to all of us when we focus on the things that matter most and gain a clearer vision of our purpose. One of the most gruelling challenges that a person can take on is to train for and run ultra-marathons and other long distance race events. Today’s guest, Allison Tai, discusses a near-death a...

Feb 29, 2016•36 min

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