Functional exercise mimics the activities of daily living to keep you strong, agile and mobile enough to do them with ease. Squats are fantastic. ✨Start high and get deeper ✨Feel the hinge in the hips, sitting back ✨Notice contraction in the hamstrings and glutes ✨Spine stays nice and long Pay attention to the alignment of your body as you sit, stand and walk. Bad habits cause joint wear and tear and over time this causes instability. Work towards good posture and alignment so your body can func

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🧱 The 7 Foundational Movement Patterns Every Man Should Master Before chasing complex training plans, master the basics. Every strong, capable, and durable body is built on these 7 movement patterns — the Base of true functional strength. Research from the ACSM (2022) and strength leaders like Gray Cook and Dan John shows that mastering these patterns improves movement efficiency, strength, and long-term resilience. 1️⃣ Squat ➡️ Builds lower-body strength and mobility. • Scale: Bodyweight → Gob