
#142: Are "functional exercises" necessary?
from The Dr. Shannon Show
by Dr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT
Published: Thu Nov 30 2023
Show Notes
Do you HAVE to squat and deadlift to maintain your functional strength throughout your life? Dr. Payton and Dr. Shannon discuss misconceptions about choosing "functional" exercises.
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0:00: Introduction
1:10: What is “functional fitness”?
4:33: Are other exercises not helping with function?
9:50: How muscles are loaded
:Sport-specific training
:Summary
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