
Functional strength training focuses on exercises that mimic
everyday movements such as push, pull, squat and lunge movements. This type of
training can be incredibly beneficial in improving our ability to carry out
tasks in our day to day lives such as lifting, walking, standing up and
reaching. Practicing these movements in a controlled environment can help you
move more efficiently and reduce the risk of injury.
Why should we practice functional strength training?
Improved Mobility and Flexibility
Many long-term conditions like Parkinson’s, MS, arthritis or fibromyalgia can cause stiffness, making movement difficult. Functional strength training enhances range of motion, flexibility, and joint health, which in turn can help reduce pain and increase the ease of movement.
Increased Strength and Stability
By focusing on functional movements, you develop the strength needed for everyday tasks like walking, carrying objects, and getting out of bed. This helps reduce fatigue, prevent falls, and maintain balance.
Better Posture and Alignment
People living with conditions like osteoporosis, Parkinson’s or chronic back pain often experience poor posture or alignment. Functional training helps improve core strength and stability, contributing to better posture and reducing discomfort associated with poor alignment.
Reduced Risk of Injury
Functional exercises improve balance, coordination, and muscular control, which can help prevent falls and injuries. This is especially important for those with long-term health conditions that affect motor skills or bone density, such as Parkinson’s disease or osteoporosis.
Try out some Functional Strength exercises in our members library.
Why should we practice functional strength training?
Improved Mobility and Flexibility
Many long-term conditions like Parkinson’s, MS, arthritis or fibromyalgia can cause stiffness, making movement difficult. Functional strength training enhances range of motion, flexibility, and joint health, which in turn can help reduce pain and increase the ease of movement.
Increased Strength and Stability
By focusing on functional movements, you develop the strength needed for everyday tasks like walking, carrying objects, and getting out of bed. This helps reduce fatigue, prevent falls, and maintain balance.
Better Posture and Alignment
People living with conditions like osteoporosis, Parkinson’s or chronic back pain often experience poor posture or alignment. Functional training helps improve core strength and stability, contributing to better posture and reducing discomfort associated with poor alignment.
Reduced Risk of Injury
Functional exercises improve balance, coordination, and muscular control, which can help prevent falls and injuries. This is especially important for those with long-term health conditions that affect motor skills or bone density, such as Parkinson’s disease or osteoporosis.
Try out some Functional Strength exercises in our members library.