Financial Freedom Podcast with Dr. Christopher H. Loo, MD-PhD

🎬 Functional Movement & Aging Well with Mark Firehammer

Apr 20, 2025

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Functional movement is more than just a fitness trend—it's a key to living longer, healthier, and more independently. In this eye-opening episode, Mark Firehammer joins the show to explore how his Ness movement system empowers people of all ages to stay mobile, avoid injury, and build a life of sustainable wellness without intense or painful workouts.

If you're searching for real solutions to chronic pain, mobility issues, or simply want a smarter path to preventive healthcare, this conversation delivers exactly that. Mark shares how gentle fitness, rooted in the principles of Pilates for seniors and physical therapy, can reverse years of physical decline—no gym required.

You’ll also hear how daily habits built around intentional movement can drastically improve longevity and mobility, help you avoid costly healthcare in your later years, and maintain aging and independence well into your 70s and 80s. Whether you're a wellness coach, personal trainer, or just someone looking for a system that works, Mark’s practical approach to functional movement will resonate.

We also dive into the intersection of creative wellness and technology, where Mark shares how he uses AI in creativity to extend his artistic voice and deepen his message. From songwriting to business coaching, you’ll learn how AI can be a tool—not a threat—for growth and creative productivity.

🎧 Tune in for insight, actionable wisdom, and a fresh perspective that will change how you move and live.

00:00 – Intro to Mark Firehammer & Functional Movement01:45 – From Musician to Movement Mentor03:45 – The Story Behind Ness06:00 – What is Functional Movement and Why It Matters08:00 – 9 Essential Daily Movements10:20 – Furniture-Free Living for Mobility12:10 – Gentle Movement vs. Fitness Culture14:00 – How Functional Movement Helps Entrepreneurs16:15 – Wellness and Creativity for Business Owners18:00 – Using AI for Creative Expansion
20:00 – Where to Learn More About Mark & Ness

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