Putting the horse back in front of the cart...

Infants and toddlers instinctively (and sequentially) learn how to roll over before they crawl, crawl before they squat, squat before they walk, and walk before they run. One movement provides the platform for the next. We all did it. And not only do we not question it, we marvel at these milestones.

So why is the belief so prevalent that we need to “run to get into shape”? Approaching fitness in this way is like trying to play a song without learning the notes first. Doesn't it make more sense to “get into shape to run”?

Whether it is running, lifting weights or dieting to lose weight, placing excessive demands on your body, or trying to skip levels in order to produce rapid changes, simply defies sensibility and natural progressions. We donʼt lose fitness or gain weight overnight and so we shouldn't seek reversing the process overnight. The body is too complex for simple solutions.

Following a “get into shape to run” approach is a reflection of a sensible, progressive and patient journey towards positive and long-lasting change. Our obligation and mission at Movement First is to ensure you understand and follow a natural sequence en route to meeting the goals you desire.

Move the way your body was intended to move

Many trainers claim to “customize workouts” and create “individualized programs” by focusing on the numbers associated with sets, reps and resistance. But is it possible to properly customize a workout or provide you with an effective individualized program without first considering your ability to move? The answer is no!

We worry less about the numbers and more about how you perform them. With our Movement-based Training approach, we train movements, not muscles. This does not mean your muscles are ignored, but that if you perform your movements properly, your muscles will do what they were designed to do — which is move you functionally.

If you donʼt move well, you canʼt train well...

Training with poor movement leads to what we call fitness on top of dysfunction. Not only will it be impossible for you to reach your true potential, it will eventually lead to injury. And we donʼt want you getting hurt on our watch ~ or off it for that matter...

Our first priority with all clients is to ensure you move correctly with each exercise and repetition you perform. We do this not simply by teaching you the proper technique, but by addressing inefficient movement habits and existing muscle imbalances — preparing your body for exercise and the demands of everyday life. The end result will not only maximize your fitness potential, but will provide a foundation of quality movement and living for the rest of your life.

Measures of our success

1. -Self-reliance
   

2. -Movement enhancement
   

3. -Self-motivational strategies

Train Hard

or

Go Home!

Train Smart

or

Go Home!!!