Modern Body: Pilates & Movement for Life

Ep. 24: Mobility Training-What It Is and Why You Need It


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Title: Mobility Training-What It Is and Why You Need It

Introduction:  

In this episode, Aly DiRoma takes us on a deep dive into the world of mobility training, uncovering why it's essential for maintaining a strong, flexible, and resilient body throughout life. Mobility training isn’t just about staying limber; it’s about enabling your joints to move through their full range of motion, ensuring you can navigate life’s physical demands with ease and grace. Aly emphasizes that while mobility might seem like something we naturally possess, our modern, often sedentary lifestyles can limit our body's ability to move freely. This episode explores practical ways to integrate mobility into your existing routine without feeling overwhelmed by adding another task to your to-do list.

Notable Quotes:

  • "Mobility is one of those ways, one of those natural capacities that we have to move our body that we rarely tap into in our regular lives."
  • "The goal of mobility training is to increase your usable and controllable range of motion. And how you're going to do this is by using your muscles."

Episode Highlights:

  • What mobility training really is and why it's becoming increasingly important in today's world.
  • The difference between mobility and flexibility, and why both hypermobile and less mobile individuals can benefit from mobility training.
  • Practical tips on how to weave mobility exercises into your existing fitness routine without feeling like you're taking on more than you can handle.
  • Specific examples of mobility exercises that target different parts of the body, from shoulder circles to hip mobility, and how these can enhance your overall physical performance and reduce the risk of injury.

Why This Episode is a Must-Listen:  

Aly’s insightful discussion on mobility training is a gentle reminder that our bodies are designed for movement, but modern life often restricts that natural capacity. Whether you’re an avid runner, a dedicated yogi, or someone simply looking to improve everyday functionality, this episode offers valuable guidance on how to maintain and enhance your body's natural ability to move, ensuring you can keep doing what you love well into the future.

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