Forward Physio The Functional vs Non-Functional Exercise Debate w/ Memphis Grizzlies Director of Rehab, Jarred Boyd
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May 24, 2025 
Jarred Boyd, Doctor of Physical Therapy and the Director of Rehabilitation for the Memphis Grizzlies, dives into the intriguing landscape of functional versus non-functional exercises. He advocates for a principle-focused approach tailored to individual needs. Boyd emphasizes the crucial balance between rehabilitation and performance while navigating athlete recovery. His insights on 'confident humility' and the importance of interdisciplinary knowledge resonate throughout, offering a fresh perspective on optimizing recovery strategies in sports.
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Functional Exercise Redefined
- Functional exercises reduce constraints and enhance the body's boundaries to increase adaptability.
- They don't have to mimic the end sport task but must be relevant to individual goals and adaptations.
Isolated vs Integrated Exercises
- Integrated, task-similar exercises can mask immature tissue load capacity through compensations.
- Isolated exercises allow direct, potent tissue loading and targeted adaptations.
Balance Isolation with Integration
- Always ensure isolated tissue capacity is restored before progressing to complex integrated tasks.
- Combining both isolated and integrated work throughout rehab reduces injury risk and promotes comprehensive recovery.
