Train for movement efficiency

The crucial role of connective tissue in transmitting force through a series of muscles greatly model how we train our body striving towards a more coordinated and healthier body. The fascial system explains how soft tissue length tension balance affects human movement distribution through tensional network in which specific lines of pull are identified. When forces are introduced at one point in our body, they are simultaneously transmitted to other parts of the body.

The weight we lift is not just the target muscles that are involved; rather, a wide network of different muscles will contribute and share in the force production.

The most effective exercises for training the entire body as a whole unit are those involve running gait arrowboth the upper and lower limbs moving at the same time, which is similar to how they function during walking and running. Walking involves the shoulders counter-rotating with the contralateral hips to create efficient movement. Movement-based exercises program helps us developing optimal coordination.

If movements performed with poor technique or lack of multi-planar will cause continued stresses on joints and muscles. A well-planned program should make up by a dynamic warm-up incorporating stability and mobility exercises, follow by bodyweight-only exercises featuring the basic patterns of movement and move in multi-directions. Before progressing to multiple movements, ensure one can maintain good posture and control of the center of gravity to prepare for the exercises more demanding on stability.

As we progress up, using a faster tempo, heavier loads, to increase the intensity of the exercises. At more advanced level, using explosive movements such as jumping to boost muscle power, strength, balance and agility.

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