Becoming your most athletic self isn’t just about going harder, lifting heavier or running faster. According to Kelly Starrett, a doctor of physical therapy, improving your performance starts with nailing the basics. On this episode, the CrossFit trainer and co-founder of The Ready State tells us how to build a solid fitness foundation by maximizing our movement and mobility. He explains the basic skills that can help prevent injury and how they’re consistently utilized across all areas of sport and fitness. He also breaks down how anyone can stay fit — in or out of the gym.

Learn More

• Want to be coached by Kelly? Check out The Ready State.
• Go in-depth on Kelly’s philosophies with his bestselling book, Becoming a Supple Leopard.
• Get more CrossFit training tips from Chandler Smith’s Trained episode, then check out this article on the Nike Coaching Hub for more mobility guidance.