70 - Functional Movement: What and Why

Join me as I welcome Kim, co-founder of Functional Fitness Solutions, to discuss the importance of functional movement for overall health and well-being. Kim shares her insights on how to avoid injuries, improve stability, and alleviate common pains like lower back and shoulder discomfort. Here are some key takeaways from the episode: Functional movement: Focuses on exercises that mimic everyday movements, strengthening muscles and improving stability for better function in daily life. Start small: Consistency is key, even if it's just 5-10 minutes of exercise snacks like bodyweight exercises or yoga stretches. Listen to your body: Don't push yourself too hard, especially when starting out. Modify exercises as needed and gradually increase intensity and duration. Address pain: Pain is often a sign of muscle imbalances or movement dysfunction. Functional movement can help correct these imbalances and alleviate pain. Common trouble areas: Shoulders, hips, and lower back are susceptible to pain due to repetitive motions and lack of proper strengthening. Resources: Check out Kim's website (funfitsolutions.com) and social media (funfitsolutions on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/funfitsolutions/ and Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/funfitsolutions) for more information and exercise tips. This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to: Learn about the benefits of functional movement. Get tips on how to start moving more and improve their overall health. Find ways to alleviate common pain issues. Discover resources for learning more about functional movement and exercise. Join the newsletter - https://holistichealthmadesimple.com/ Leave me a message - - - https://www.speakpipe.com/HolisticHealthMadeSimple In listening to this podcast you are agreeing to the DISCLAIMER - you can read it at https://holistichealthmadesimple.com/disclaimer/