Muscle Talk 2 with Funk and Flex - Importance of Functional Training

Muscle Talk 2 with Funk and Flex - Importance of Functional Training

Author: Funk Roberts March 18, 2023 Duration: 1:41:31
This is episode 102 of the podcast, but episode 2 of our Muscle Talk. In this section, my co-host Flex Marks and I discuss muscle, strength training, building muscle, and getting strong. We share information for men in their 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond because we have no room for error.
Flex has more than 25 years of experience in the industry. He's a Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach. Flex focuses on training guys online and in person. It's important to mention that he trains EVERYBODY, from beginners to athletes. Flex loves coaching people and making them strong and lean.
Some people are not willing to train their weak links. But they have to do it. We all have something that needs improvement. The glutes, the abs, the pecs. You must be uncomfortable addressing the parts of your body that need improvement. Functional training can help you do just that.
In this episode, we'll explore the world of functional training and how it can help you improve your overall fitness and ability to perform daily activities. Besides sharing our definition of functional training, we mention variations of the most important movements and why you should confuse your body constantly to get better results.
Remember that we, men, are here on this Earth to provide, protect and procreate. You will be the patriarch of your family, whether you want it or not. So start taking care of yourself to support your family and yourself. Until next time. “Functional training is using movements, exercises, workouts that will translate over into everyday life.” —Funk Roberts

In This Episode:

  • Definition of functional training
  • Focusing on the transverse plane of the body
  • Fundamental foundational movements
  • Importance of training the back
  • Additional four exercises you should do
  • How to improve your technique
  • Variations of squats, lunges, pulls, and push movements

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Hosted by fitness coach Funk Roberts, The Over 40 Alpha Podcast is a direct conversation about reclaiming and maintaining vitality in middle age and the decades that follow. This isn't about fleeting trends or unrealistic body standards; it's a grounded, practical resource built on the understanding that a man's physical needs evolve. The dialogue here focuses on sustainable health-how training, nutrition, and recovery must intelligently adapt to support a demanding life. You'll hear detailed discussions on structuring workouts that protect joints while building strength, navigating the complexities of hormones like testosterone, and applying nutritional strategies for sustained energy rather than quick fixes. Beyond the gym, the podcast delves into the crucial mental frameworks required for long-term discipline, weaving in life lessons that connect physical resilience to overall personal fortitude. It’s a comprehensive guide for any man in his forties, fifties, or sixties who believes his best physical shape is still ahead of him, offering actionable advice to make that belief a reality. Tune in for a no-nonsense approach to building a resilient, healthier life on your own terms.
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