The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

10 Vital Moves to Reach Your Body's Full Potential – Kelly Starrett : 1049

May 9, 2023

Kelly Starrett, a top expert in functional movement and mobility, shares invaluable tips for enhancing your body's potential. He emphasizes the importance of movement quality over traditional gym routines, advocating for a holistic approach to fitness. Key topics include strategies for improving mobility, the significance of breathing and sleep, and actionable tests from his book, "Built to Move." Starrett encourages listeners to take charge of their health by integrating movement into daily life, highlighting the link between mobility and overall well-being.

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INSIGHT

Movement and the Brain

Our movement system is a crucial part of our brain system.
This understanding represents an evolution in fitness thinking.

ADVICE

Beyond the Gym

View exercise as extracurricular.
Prioritize physical practice throughout the entire day.

ANECDOTE

Delta Force and Walking

Delta Force soldiers improved sleep by increasing daily steps.
This highlights the importance of overall movement, not just intense exercise.

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Learn how to biohack your mobility, create a movement-rich environment, and tap into the benefits of breathing, sleep, and balance. Kelly Starrett knows all the best moves. His 10 Vital Signs give you doable tests, tips, and tools so you can live your life exactly the way you want to.

That means a focus on mobility and your body’s complete range of motion. Movement like being able to sit on the floor and get back up; daily walking and squatting; increasing range of motion in your hips; and mobilizing your back and shoulders. You'll find it all in his newest book (co-authored with his wife, Juliet) “Built to Move: The 10 Essential Habits to Help You Move Freely and Live Fully.”

Physical therapist Dr. Kelly Starret is a highly respected expert in the world of functional movement and mobility. His ability to convey complex ideas in a relatable and approachable manner has made him both a pioneer and a popular figure within the fitness industry.

In this episode, he discusses the importance of shifting away from solely traditional exercise and hour-long gym sessions. Instead, Kelly put the focus on movement quality and variety with physical practice happening over 24 hours for a more holistic approach to fitness. "Built to Move" lays a movement foundation for everyone from non-exercisers to professional athletes and everyone in between.

“At the heart of upgrading is this idea that you are actually in charge of your own body,” he says, “And that happens in the household. No one else is coming to save you!”

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