What is it ?
Functional training is a fitness approach that focuses on improving the body’s functionality and efficiency in daily activities and natural movements. Unlike some more traditional training methods that focus on the isolation of individual muscles, functional training seeks to improve the body’s ability to perform actions found in everyday life situations. This type of training can increase the heart rate and challenge the body in a short time, resulting in high-intensity sessions that maximize training time.
Props
We will use resistance bands, medicine balls, dumbbells or free weights, boxes, kettlebells, jump ropes, TRX… These materials help us create dynamic and challenging exercises that imitate natural movements and improve the body’s functionality. If you prefer to train at home and you don’t have all these tools, don’t worry because we can also use full water bottles, weighted backpacks, stools, chairs, bags of rice or sand, towels, ropes or belts, reusable shopping bags with weight… There are no excuses! Take the first step today towards a healthier life!
Where to practice ?
Functional training can be practiced both in gyms and outdoors. The versatility of the exercises and adaptability to various environments make functional training suitable for different locations. Choosing between the gym and outdoor training will depend on your personal preferences and fitness goals. Many people enjoy combining the two to maintain variety in their exercise routines. Furthermore, as I mentioned before, this type of training can be carried out at home with improvisations and is highly effective.
