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Functional Training

"Exercises that mimic real-world movement patterns and improve everyday performance."

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Functional training emphasizes multi-planar, multi-joint movements — lunges, carries, pushes, pulls, rotations — that transfer to daily life and athletic performance. It builds strength, stability, and coordination simultaneously. The best programs blend functional patterns with traditional strength work rather than replacing it entirely.

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Is functional training better than weights?

It's complementary. Add carries, sleds, and single-leg work to a standard lifting program rather than replacing squats and deadlifts.

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