What Is Functional Strength Training?

Summary: Functional strength training is a way to exercise that makes your everyday life easier. Instead of just working one muscle at a time like traditional weightlifting, it works many muscle groups together. This helps you get better at real-life tasks, like picking up a child, pulling heavy laundry out of the dryer, or bending down to garden.

Great exercises to try include push-ups, squats, rows, lunges, and hip hinges. If you are just starting, remember to take it slow. Focus on doing the moves correctly before you add heavy weights, and make sure to rest for two days between workouts. The best part? Studies show you can see real results in just six weeks, and you don't even have to lift as heavy as you would in a normal gym routine!

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