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1. Functional Movement

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 Why are Functional Movements Important? Functional Movements Functional movements will take our joints through their full range of motion, whilst working the stabilising muscles at the same time. This is so important in preventing injury and promoting healthy movement back into our bodies.  Staying active as we age is essential for a happy and healthy life. The general movement patterns of our bodies are push, pull, squat, hinge, walk. Looking at each of these movements individually will help us understand their relevance in our every day lives.  I will show you how implementing these movements back into our daily routines will help regain any loss of mobility and balance. Simplified : Squat  - The action of sitting down - From a standing position to a seated position and back to a standing position Hinge  - The action of a hip movement whereby the hip movement is the prime mover rather than the knee. For example a bow, where the legs are straight while maintaining a flat spine. Push