Glute Lab is an all-encompassing guide that explains the importance of glute training for health and performance. It covers the anatomy and function of the glutes, how to design optimal training programs, and provides thirty-six weeks of programming and several training templates. The book includes step-by-step photos and descriptions, common faults in glute exercises, and tips for maximizing training sessions. It is designed for various levels of athletes and individuals, from bodybuilders and powerlifters to personal trainers and those looking to improve their physique and prevent injuries.
In 'Move Your DNA,' Katy Bowman explains the science behind the need for natural movement, highlighting how modern lifestyles lead to 'movement malnutrition' and various health issues. The book provides a comprehensive three-level exercise program, alignment checks, and simple lifestyle changes to help readers transition to healthier, naturally moving bodies. It compares the movements of hunter-gatherers to those in modern society and offers corrective exercises to address 'sticky spots' in the body. Bowman's approach is humorous, passionate, and science-based, making it accessible to a wide range of readers from couch potatoes to professional athletes.
Katy Bowman's "Grow Wild" offers a unique approach to raising children, emphasizing the importance of natural movement and exploration. The book encourages parents to create environments that foster movement diversity and development in children. It provides practical strategies for incorporating movement into daily routines and creating play spaces that promote physical activity. Bowman's expertise in biomechanics is combined with her experience as a parent, offering a holistic perspective on child development. The book's engaging style and practical advice make it a valuable resource for parents seeking to raise healthy and active children.
Ah, the intrigue of human movement! Think back to that fleeting moment when you watched a dancer glide effortlessly through a routine or marveled at the precision of an Olympic gymnast. Movement, in its many forms, has the uncanny ability to capture your attention and leave you yearning for more. Now, what if I told you the key to unlocking the secrets of movement lies in understanding the spaces you live in, the furniture you use, and even the shoes you wear? Bestselling author, speaker, and leader of the "Movement movement," biomechanist Katy Bowman is a thought leader guiding thousands towards a more enriched, dynamic way of life.
Katy teaches movement globally and has written nine previous books on the importance of a diverse movement diet, including Move Your DNA, Dynamic Aging, and Grow Wild. Her latest book, Rethink Your Position, is a much-needed guide to how your body moves and why you need to prioritize more movement to offset the harms of living in a sedentary culture. Named one of Maria Shriver’s “Architects of Change,” Katy has worked with companies like Patagonia, Nike, and Google as well as a wide range of non-profits and other communities, sharing her “move more” message. Her movement education company is Nutritious Movement and she is the host of the Move Your DNA podcast.
From the way sedentarism has stealthily crept into modern society, relegating many to static lifestyles, to the profound concept of movement ecology, Katy is relentless in her pursuit to shift paradigms and has revolutionized how movement is understood and discussed. A mother, an entrepreneur, a teacher, and above all, a lifelong student, Katy Bowman is undeniably reshaping the contours of how people perceive movement.
In this episode, Katy shares her diverse expertise and her revolutionary perspectives on movement. With a deep look into her thought-provoking books, we'll unravel the philosophy behind movement ecology and the silent challenges of sedentarism in our modern era. Learn about the biomechanical impact of tech-dependent lives, from the posture challenges of device usage to innovative solutions like her “No Pain In The Tech” Screen Decals that serve as reminders for healthier head positioning. Ready to rethink how you move?
Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/nutritiousmovement
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