More thoughts on "Functional Fitness"....
You may ask why do people in the gym today do all sorts of "wacky looking" balance exercises on all kinds of unstable toys? What the heck are they doing? Aren't machines safer than free weights? Ah yes, fitness training has changed....

First of all, most people's average day has changed. With all of our modern technology, we are spending so may hours sitting staring over a computer screen. In addition to that many people spend an hour or so commuting. After a long day at work, then comes dinner and finally some much needed R&R: plop down on the couch (or perhaps in front of the computer....

Hmmmm, sounds like a recipe for developing some very weak/tight core muscles and more than likely some postural deviations. In addition to that, not many calories expended during the day which leads to gradual weight gain...

OK, so it's my job to assess, devise, and instruct a reasonable exercise plan to combat this problem as well as chisel that neglected physique. Let's face it, the more "functional" an exercise routine is the better and more efficent it will be! The workout should move in all planes of movement including the transverse or horizontal plane, utilize stability, dynamic flexibility and of course a cardiovascular component. This can be achieved in 45 min to an hour....Done 2-5 times a week....That's a recipe for success...So the next time you see someone using a Stability ball, a Foam Roll or maybe a Bosu, don't laugh, they may be getting in good shape!