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What is functional strength training?

Medically reviewed by Theresa Marko, PT, DPT, MS Key Takeaways Functional strength training improves your ability to perform daily tasks by enhancing strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility.
Adidas has just unveiled the Dropset 4, its latest functional training shoe that’s trying to solve a very real gym problem - ...
I have room for one or the other in my home 'gym' - either a functional trainer or a standard style home gym type machine. I already have a very nice elliptical (for me) and treadmill (for the wife).
As I work on this column, it’s actually Father’s Day. So, a belated happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there. In honor of my father, I thought I would name this column in his memory. However, that ...
This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. Rulk, a celebrity trainer and creator of Raw ...
Stop coasting with minimal effort. By strategically integrating resistance training, balance work, and short bursts of power, ...