Tag: functional exercise

Functional Movement Patterns in Strength Training

Written by: Holly Eckert (Accredited Exercise Physiologist) Have you heard your Exercise Physiologist talk about functional movement and patterns in regards to strength training? Wondering what that is all about?

Core Stability: Performing the Bird Dog Exercise

Core stability is a vital component of effective and functional movement.  Your  trunk muscles need to be active and strong in order to support your spine, absorb impact forces, and safely transfer forces through