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Incorporate Functional Training

Updated: Jan 19, 2023

Having the correct form is essential when working out.

Furthermore, maintaining the proper form is important as you perform mundane daily activities, like picking up objects or bending down to tie your shoes. NASM defines functional training as movements that help you function in everyday life. These workouts usually consist of squats, pushups, lunges, and more.


You can go to the gym for months and do various workouts, but if your form is wrong, you will likely see minimal gains. In addition, it will increase your chances of injury.

Signing up for the gym usually comes with a complimentary personal training session. We suggest you take advantage of the perk and have a personal trainer show you the correct form for the workouts you will perform in your regimen.


Watch a trainer perform all exercises, even if you have to watch a video repeatedly. Observe their body, noticing how stable and controlled their movement is and how the body aligns.


Perform exercises in front of a mirror as much as possible; it's beneficial for you to correct your form.

Join fitness classes that add an element of functional training. It provides a collaborative session for you to watch, learn and repeat.


HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training): Many workouts include cardio, plyometrics, strength conditioning, and functional movements.


CrossFit: An intense exercise program that includes cardio, strength conditioning, gymnastics, agility, balance, and functional movements.


Kickboxing Conditioning: Classes that allow you to put on gloves, build muscular strength, and learn basic boxing punches, kicks, knee strikes, elbow strikes, cardio, and functional movement, including pushups, planks, and squats.


You must focus on the correct form. The body is similar to any foundation - think of the process of building a home. If the frame measurements are wrong, it will lead to further mistakes in the home building process and will likely result in problems if it passes inspection and residents are allowed to dwell there. Therefore, the form is essential - the basis for all your gains and wins.


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