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The synergy between health and aesthetics is the cornerstone of our methodology at Functional Patterns. In this article we delve into the intricacies of sports performance, strength and conditioning, cross-training, and the conditioning exercises employed by professional athletes to unearth the keys to their exceptional abilities.

While many associate Endurance with the ability to partake in long grueling workouts, true endurance is rooted in the body's capability to efficiently withstand stress over prolonged periods. In this article we will cover the misconception around endurance training, how you can train less while making getting more out of your workouts, and why shifting your focus with your training goals will give you endurance gains plus much more. 

Squats are one of the most common exercises being done at the gym in modern society and said to be one of the most optimal ways to build lower body strength. At Functional Patterns, we incorporate squats and proper squat technique into our training, in this article we will be exploring what is proper squat technique and looking at why respecting our evolutionary traits when it comes to training should be a priority rather than focusing solely on improving your squat technique. 

In modern society, due to the development of technological advancements in our infrastructure such as grocery stores, the electrical grid, and agriculture, the function of movement for humans has slowly shifted away from hunting or fleeing from predators, and instead has turned into exercise as a means of staying healthy. In this article, we will discuss why standing, walking, running, and throwing are considered the FP First Four movements and provide insight as to what differentiates FP from the rest of the industry when it comes to your health and longevity. 

It's a common sight to witness athletes donning weightlifting belts to enhance core stability during demanding lifts. While these belts can assist in achieving heavier lifts, it's essential to delve into the reasons behind the need for such support and also recognize their limitations. 

This article delves into the world of stretching exercises, core exercises, balancing, seated exercises, and strength exercises for seniors, shedding light on how to foster vitality and mobility in the golden years.

What is bulletproof coffee really? Healthy alternative to breakfast or just another fad? This article will take a deeper look into bulletproof coffee to help you determine if its benefits outweigh the costs. 

We investigate how knee problems may occur, what a knee replacement entails, and knee replacement alternatives to consider before undergoing surgery...

Experiencing shoulder pain or discomfort? You might be tempted to pinpoint a rotator cuff injury, and dive straight into isolated exercises...we offer a more integrated approach targeting the system not just the symptoms.

Shoulder pain is a common and unfortunate occurrence, physical therapy is often used to alleviate pain but how effective is it? We cover the pros and cons, and alternatives to relieve shoulder pain for good!

Is the Bench Press Overrated, and what makes the Bench Press so popular? We delve into the history and practicality of this exercise and provide alternatives so that you can train upper body strength without sacrificing movement ability.

This article will not only explore the anatomy and mechanics of the lunges workout but also the common pitfalls many fall into when focusing on workout lunges.

In this article we break down the perceived benefits of KT Tape for your knees and offer insights as to why it will not address your knee problems long term.

While companionship, fun, social interaction, and competition are all important, it is crucial to question whether we need to recklessly push our bodies to the edge to achieve these things. 

In this article we delve into how knee problems may occur, what a knee replacement entails, and knee replacement alternatives to consider before undergoing surgery.

There are many supposed remedies for Arthritis nowadays. We cover a different perspective to approach pain relief, from diet, movement, habits and more.

Learn what KT Tape is, how it works, and how to address joint instability in a sustainable way.

We answer what functional strength training means, and how to adopt it into your training program so you can build muscle, become more athletic, and eliminate chronic pain.

We dive into what “Functional Fitness” means and how to discern whether your workout is functional or not.

Don’t let your elbow pain get in the way of performing daily tasks, learn why you may be experiencing elbow pain and how to address it.

Sedentary lifestyles have become increasing the norm. In this article we cover how poor sitting posture can negatively impact your body, misconceptions on how to correct your posture, and how to truly find good siting posture!

Learn how to train for hypertrophy while increasing your performance and fixing your posture.

Running is a fundamental human movement, but is biking a better option for long term health? We break down the pros and cons of both and which

Are squats the cause of your hip pain?

Learn how your anterior pelvic tilt may be causing lower back pain, what does the research say, and how you can get rid of your pain for good!

A lot of people suffer from having an excessive Anterior Pelvic Tilt, this article dives into some strategies on how to figure out how to fix your anterior pelvic tilt for good!

While we agree that strengthening the muscles around the spine is extremely important and therefore there could be some benefit to certain Pilates exercises (one possible outcome being fat loss), ultimately we know that training the body in accordance to its primary movement patterns matters most and Pilates does not go far enough in accounting for these factors.

Improving the coordination of all the muscles of your body when you do a step forward will be the key to fix your sciatica in a sustainable way, that approach will be much more helpful and holistic than solely focusing on sciatica stretches. 

Naudi’s approach and lessons are so effective to get mind to muscle activation. I had to try his techniques on myself and my clients. It’s AMAZING