FUNCTIONAL TRAINING METHOD
AN INTEGRATED SYSTEM
The human body is an integrated system and we must train it in a way that respects its biological base point. Standing, walking, running and throwing is what makes us human.
BRIDGING THE GAP FROM DYSFUNCTION TO OPTIMAL FUNCTIONALITY
1. RESET YOUR BODY THROUGH SELF MYOFASCIAL RELEASE
2. BALANCE POSTURE USING CORRECTIONAL EXERCISE
3. STRENGTHEN MOVEMENT PATTERNS
Bridge the gap from correctional to dynamic exercise
4. TRAIN YOU THROUGH MINDFUL & DYNAMIC FUNCTIONALITY
Multi Plane Ballistic Training
1. Reset/Release Your Body Through Self Myofascial Release
Our bodies train and move better when they are supple, elastic and free. Myofascial release is a self-massage technique that helps address the root of dysfunction by releasing tightness in isolated areas of the body, breaking down hardened and scarred muscle tissue as to hydrate the fascia to a healthy state.
We do this so the body is more adaptable to rewire/pattern in new fasciae/muscle associations, by doing corrective and foundational exercises.
I teach my clients easy steps in self myofascial techniques. All you need are balls, roller and a Theracane, saving you money you’d usually spend on a massage. Self myofascial release can set you on a path of freedom, balance and retention the fasciae/muscle system so your body feels less restricted and open.
2. Bring Your Posture Into Balance
Once the body has been released through myofascial techniques the body is not only ready but in a better place of adaptability to bring the body into balance and start working on structural integration. This is where the real work starts.
We will start connecting new fascia/muscle chains by using corrective and foundational exercises. These can be done at home on your own doing a specific training program. If you can work with a Functional Patterns practitioner this can be progressed as the techniques used are only only known by Functional Patterns practitioners which have yielded the best results worldwide and are showcased through practitioner websites, Instagram and Facebook.
When our bodies have been integrated with a strong foundation (to build upon) – injuries and bad movement habits are minimised, putting us in good stead for a long life of strength and freedom in movement.
Training with this method will make good posture second nature and will extend to all areas of your life.
3. Test and Strengthen Movement Patterns
Once new muscle/fascia associations have been integrated it’s time to affirm these new patterns through dynamic exercise. This is also a testing/corrective tool as to see if the previous process of corrective and foundational exercises are transferring over to dynamic movement.
Firstly you will learn the foundation of all basic movement patterns, (squats, lunges, transverse twist, swings, press and rows etc) and from there build more complex and challenging exercises to deepen the the fascia/muscle associations/connections with the intention of structurally integrating the whole body so as it works as a whole/thorough unit.
Strengthening Movement Patterns is about pinpointing incorrect techniques (i.e. dysfunction) and setting new habits (creating quality movement). I will take you through movements with core stabilisation and ensure you are using the correct muscles in the prescribed exercise. This prevents over compensation in other muscles, that can create imbalances.
These foundation techniques are applied pre workout, often as a warm-up. These are a static exercise or a very slow movement that enables us to pick up when a deficiency may creep in, so we can correct it immediately. When doing an exercise slowly with concentration you can bring more mindfulness to your posture– a key element to bring to every workout.
4. Train You Through Mindful and
Dynamic Functionality
Now that a strong movement foundation has been set, we transition to more dynamic, multi plane ballistic form of training. I am so passionate about this because it is directly applicable to how we move in every day life.
Humans use rotational forces through all planes of motion in almost everything we do, whether it be carrying groceries, lifting your kids, working as a tradie or playing a sport; running, climbing, surfing. Whatever your lifestyle, it’s important the type of training you choose is one that best optimises those movements to enhance your life.
I take a multi-facet approach of functional training through repatterining posture to achieve structural integration with a freer stronger body. With this new level of balance and physical intelligence we will take on dynamic and powerful movement patterns using cables, dumbbells, kettlebells, Medicine balls, maces, clubbells and cable rod among other equipment.
As the intensity increases the functional movement patterns become more demanding as you move through all planes of motion challenging balance, strength, timing and power. Once this is achieved one will feel that it’s effortless power.