FitnessFest has always been about elevating the profession through education that changes how we coach, cue, and connect with the human body. In 2026, that mission comes to life in a powerful way with the presence of Naboso and its co-founder, Dr. Emily Splichal.
For fitness professionals who want to move beyond trends and into evidence-based innovation, this is a moment worth paying attention to.
Why Sensory Science Matters in Modern Fitness
Movement does not start in the muscles. It starts in the nervous system.
Sensory input from the feet, hands, and skin plays a critical role in balance, coordination, posture, and performance. When that sensory system is under-stimulated or disrupted, the body compensates, often leading to inefficient movement patterns, pain, or reduced performance.
Naboso was created to address this missing link in fitness and rehabilitation. By stimulating the sensory receptors of the feet and hands, Naboso tools help improve proprioception, joint stability, and motor control. This is not about adding more intensity. It is about improving how the body receives and processes information.
For instructors and trainers, understanding sensory input changes how you approach warm-ups, balance work, recovery, and even strength training.
Dr. Emily Splichal: Bridging Science and Real-World Coaching
Dr. Emily Splichal is a podiatrist, human movement specialist, educator, and one of the most respected voices in barefoot science and neurosensory training. Her work bridges clinical research with practical application, making complex concepts accessible and actionable for fitness professionals.
At FitnessFest, Dr. Emily brings more than credentials. She brings clarity.
Her education helps instructors understand why certain tools, surfaces, and sensations matter and how to apply them effectively across populations, from general fitness to athletes, older adults, and clients recovering from injury.
This is the kind of education that changes how you see the body and how you coach movement from the ground up.
What Fitness Professionals Gain at FitnessFest
Experiencing Naboso and learning from Dr. Emily in a live setting allows fitness professionals to:
- Understand the role of the nervous system in movement and performance
- Learn how foot and sensory stimulation improves balance, stability, and strength
- Apply neurosensory concepts to group fitness, personal training, and corrective exercise
- Explore tools that support longevity, not just intensity
- Ask questions, experiment, and experience the science firsthand
This is education you can immediately apply on the gym floor, in the studio, or in the pool.
Why This Matters for Career Longevity
As the fitness industry evolves, professionals who understand why movement works, not just how to coach it, stand out. Sensory-based education helps instructors reduce injury risk, improve client outcomes, and coach with greater confidence and intention.
Naboso and Dr. Emily Splichal represent the future of fitness education. Thoughtful, science-backed, and rooted in how the human body truly functions.
Join Us at FitnessFest 2026
FitnessFest is not about passive learning. It is about experiencing education in real time, connecting with leaders in the field, and leaving with tools that elevate your coaching.
If you are ready to deepen your understanding of movement, sensation, and performance, Naboso and Dr. Emily Splichal are a can’t-miss part of FitnessFest.
Come ready to feel the difference, think differently, and take your education to the next level.
Mark your calendars and register today to secure your spot at FitnessFest 2026, where you’ll be part of a community that believes in the power of fitness to change lives—inside the gym and far beyond it.
