The Impact of Hydration and Nutrition on Flexibility and Performance

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin detail why lifting weights is a superior way to gain functional flexibility when applied properly.

• What is functional flexibility? (3:09)
• The importance of your central nervous system (CNS) in being the governor of your body and assessing risk. (6:29)
• Ways to lift weights to improve functional flexibility. (15:43)
• #1 – Train with CONTROL. (16:03)
• #2 – Train in YOUR fullest range of motion. (20:25)
• #3 – Strengthen and train your body in ALL different planes. (27:09)
• #4 – Do correctional and mobility work OFTEN. (33:23)
• #5 – Do NOT overtrain. (39:49)

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