#142: Are "functional exercises" necessary?

The Dr. Shannon Show - A podcast by Dr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT

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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. Study referenced0:00: Introduction 1:10: What is “functional fitness”?4:33: Are other exercises not helping with function?9:50: How muscles are loaded10:45: Sport-specific training 15:44: Summary 14-day free trialFollow Dr. Shannon on InstagramFollow Fit Body, Happy Joints on Instagram