1157: Seven Ways Functional Training Burns Fat & Builds Muscle

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin discuss seven reasons why adding functional training can improve fat loss and muscle gain.

1157: Seven Ways Functional Training Burns Fat & Builds Muscle

Why it is SO important to look deeper into a study. (2:41) How the term functional has become bastardized. (11:55) Seven Ways Functional Training Burns Fat & Builds Muscle: The carryover, benefits & MORE. (18:40) #1 – The emphasis on mobility. (19:56) #2 - Utilizes different planes of motion. (30:14) #3 – The importance of novelty to get your body to respond. (36:00) #4 – The carryover value of using unconventional tools in your routine. (41:14) #5 – A focus on performance over aesthetics. (46:49) #6 – Employing all three contractions muscles make. (53:15) #7 – Increasing your body’s total work capacity. (58:00)

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Eugene Teo (@coacheugeneteo)  Instagram Max Schmarzo (ATC/CSCS/MS) (@strong_by_science)  Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink)  Instagram

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