Instructional Workout Routines
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Functional Training Workouts – Rotational Macebell Core Training Exercise
Here is a rotational workout utilizing a mace club. This exercise sequence teaches you to link your core power with the upper and lower extremities.
SEATTLE – HUMAN FOUNDATIONS LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATION
Want to be a part of the new revolution in functional human movement? Be sure to take part in our Human Foundations Level 1 course in Seattle, WA. Human Foundations Course in Seattle, September 1st-4th 2016 Contact email: [email protected]
THE ICE MAN – WIM HOF FULL INTERVIEW
It is my great privilege to present to you my full interview with "The Iceman" Wim Hof! Game changing stuff if you're into anything that relates to the optimization of humans. I have been putting Wim's breathing and cold immersions to the test and it is hard to put
Functional Strength Training – Addressing a Forward Head, Scapular Winging and Kyphosis
Functional Strength Training - Addressing a Forward Head, Scapular Winging and Kyphosis Here's a video of me instructing a human foundations level 1 class on how to address several dysfunctions at once. Most of these imbalances being present in the upper body. If you are a person who has
Squat Without Knee and Lower Back Pain (VIDEO)
Squat Without Knee and Lower Back Pain Here is a video of me showing you some techniques to improve the efficiency of a functional squat. There are some things to consider about squats before attempting squats. Squats are very popular and they are almost like a religion for people,
FP AUSTRALIA – HUMAN FOUNDATIONS LEVEL 1
In late September, I will be in Australia running a Human Foundations level 1 certification course. Went last year and had a blast. Looking forward to looking at the faces when we show them what's really going on training wise at FP. If you're interested in the stuff we
How To Run Faster – The Two Most Important Exercises For Better Running
Here is a tutorial to help you improve the intrinsic running biomechanics.If you're looking to not only run faster, but also stave off common joint pain while running, this is definitely a must watch video.Train intentionally, not habitually,Naudi Featured Products 10-Week
Functional Core Training – Barbell Landmine Abdominal Blaster
Functional Core Training - Barbell Landmine Abdominal Blaster Here's another advanced exercise you can add to you functional training regimen. This movement will exercise your anterior and posterior oblique slings, challenging you in all 3 planes of motion. Be sure to like it and share it with your friends!
Active Hamstring Flexibility – Hamstring Re-tensioning
Here's a very advanced technique you can do to help build a more flexible posterior chain. All you'll needs is a chair, ball, and a light superband. If you are knew to this type of "re-tensioning" in your body, it is advisable you start with something simpler than this.
Are your Glute Workouts relevant in the world of Functional Training?
Are your Glute Workouts relevant in the world of Functional Training? It's great everyone nowadays is obsessed with the development of the Gluteus Maximus, but are people training the Glutes relevantly? Obviously most are concerned with developing these muscles for aesthetics, but was we grow older, might there be
Knee Valgus: Correcting a Knee Valgus for the Long Term
Still using Glute Medius activations to correct a knee valgus? How about trying to strengthen the Vastus Medialis for a knee valgus? If you are, you might not be thinking far enough to actually make a noticeable improvement of this common problem in dynamic contexts. In fact, you
Posture Training – Is it all just hype?
Posture Training - Is it all just hype? Here's a video of me breaking down our purpose in using structural integrity (posture) training. We at FP are getting close to abandoning the term "posture", as it has become a bastardized term by people who talk it but don't walk
HOW TO – Addressing Knee Pain During the Lunge
HOW TO - Addressing Knee Pain During the Lunge Here's a video of me addressing a very common and overlooked habit people have when they do their lunges. The lunge is one of the most important movements you can probably master. Main reason being that it replicates many scenarios
Functional Movement Training – Medicine Ball Power Exercises
Functional Movement Training - Medicine Ball Power Exercises Here's a great MB tutorial for all you die hard health and fitness enthusiasts working on their functional movement during the holiday. This is the last tutorial I had made while FP in San Diego was still open. We have now
Post stroke Functional Training – Progressing Walking Mechanics with Christa
Post stroke Functional Training - Progressing Walking Mechanics with Christa Here is a video demonstrating the progress we at Functional Patterns have had with the improvement of Christa's walking biomechanics. Over thirty years ago, Christa suffered from a stroke and has been in physical therapy ever since. It has
Rotational Core Power – 3D Anterior and Posterior Oblique Sling Workout
Here's are some great techniques that will train your muscles and fascia in a manner that will improve your 3 dimensional movement. Each of these movements coordinate your upper and lower body to stimulate your posterior and anterior oblique slings from the core out! Train intentionally, not habitually, Naudi
The Power of Posture is now Published!
The Power of Posture has now been published!!! Finally got this thing printed after so many had asked me to transition the EBOOK to a physical copy. To buy the physical copy of The Power of Posture, click here: http://www.functionalpatterns.com/the-power-of-posture-book/ Probably the most common question I get from FP
Anatomy Trains – The Influence of Fascia on Cardiovascular Exercise
Thomas Myers from Anatomy Trains shares his insight on fascia and cardiovascular exercise. The information in this video is a must see as he elaborates on other topics in the relation to efficient human biomechanics. For more information on Thomas Myers and Anatomy Trains, be sure to visit WWW.ANATOMYTRAINS.COM
Why is one of my legs Shorter Than the Other? Addressing an Asymmetrical Weight Shift
Why is one of my legs Longer Than the Other? Addressing an Asymmetrical Weight Shift In this video I show you some exercises to help you balance your structure more effectively through some myofascial release techniques and a bosu ball row. Be sure to research the FP library as
HUMAN FOUNDATIONS LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATION IN GERMANY
FUNCTIONAL PATTERNS GERMANY KONTAKT: [email protected] ***BITTE IM BETREFF DER EMAIL „LINDAU CERTIFICATION LEVEL 1“ ANGEBEN, DAMIT WIR SIE RICHTIG WEITERLEITEN KÖNNEN*** Von 14. - 18. Oktober 2015 werden wir ein HUMAN FUNDATIONS LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATION SEMINAR in deutscher Sprache im Trainingszentrum Rückenwind Aktiv in 88131 Lindau (Bayern) halten. In
Functional Training Concepts – Applying Functional Strength into Horizontal Vectors
Do you train horizontal vector strength? If we objectively analyze high performance movement in real life, we would see the forces one needs to battle typically are not of the vertical variety. Whether it is accelerating on a sprint, stopping momentum, or changing directions, it is absolutely clear that
Kettlebell Swiss Ball Circuit Training
Kettlebell Swiss Ball Circuit Training Here's a Kettlebell and Swiss ball training circuit you can add to your functional training program. Be sure you do your Myofascial Release and Corrective exercises beforehand to promote better balance and longevity with your body. Featured Products
Knee Pain – How to Address Knee Valgus and Varus
Knee Pain - How to Address Knee Valgus and Varus Here's a video showing you a biomechanical foundation that will aid you in understanding your knee problems. Knee valgus and varus or very common problems that do not seem to get addressed very often in people. In this
Thomas Myers – Tensegrity Applied to Human Biomechanics
Thomas Myers - Tensegrity Applied to Human Biomechanics A fantastic view of a concept that applies to pretty much all life systems. Tensegrity was a concept introduced by Buckminster Fuller. Thomas Myers saw the implications of this on the human body and created his Anatomy Trains theory from this
Sensory Deprivation Chamber Experience with Flot in San Diego, CA
A few years ago, I watched a youtube video of Joe Rogan talking about sensory deprivation. I became intrigued and have now finally found the right spot to take my recovery game to the next level! If you are in San Diego, Flot SD is a must have experience!