Primal Pattern Movements: Bend-Dead Lift

Primal Pattern Movements: Bend-Dead Lift

During this series on Primal Pattern® movements, we’ve been exploring the seven most important movement patterns for optimal human functioning: Squat Pull Gait (walking, jogging, running) Lunge Bend Push Twist From a mother picking up after a child to delivery...
Primal Pattern Movements: Swiss Ball Push-Up

Primal Pattern Movements: Swiss Ball Push-Up

In this series, I’ve been giving you a tour of the Primal Pattern® movement patterns, the seven most important movements for optimal human functioning. Pull Twist Gait (walking, jogging, running) Squat Bend Lunge Push So far we’ve looked at the Twist and...
Primal Pattern Movements: Single Arm Cable Pull

Primal Pattern Movements: Single Arm Cable Pull

In my last post, I introduced you to Primal Pattern® movements — the seven most important movements for optimal human functioning: Gait (walking, jogging, running) Twist Pull Push Bend Lunge Squat As I mentioned last week, these movement patterns were necessary...
The Cardio Training Myth Part 1

The Cardio Training Myth Part 1

Most of you reading this article probably believe regular cardiovascular conditioning is important for your health and that it reduces your risk of heart attack. If you agree with this premise, you’re also very likely to believe that you must regularly perform...
Take These Two Steps For a Better Butt

Take These Two Steps For a Better Butt

Everyone likes having a nice-looking butt, but the best way to get a great-looking butt is to have a functional butt. The thing is, most trainers don’t know what exercise elements you’ll need to help you build a functional butt. Earlier in my career, I did...