“Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.” – Jim Rohn Did you know that only 23% of Americans get enough exercise? One of the biggest misconceptions about incorporating an exercise routine is that it has to be complicated. The opposite is actually true: some of the most essential and effective movement practices are the most basic.  This is true no matter what your goals are. Functional exercises like walking are beneficial for folks of all ages, skills, and fitness levels. Incorporating functional training can help enhance your performance in other exercises, improve the structure and strength of your body, and add to your healthspan. On this compilation episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to hear from some of the world’s top experts in the fitness industry. This episode contains eight powerful insights about creating a sustainable and effective exercise routine. No matter where you are on your fitness journey, you can always build habits that support your functionality and overall health. Enjoy!   In this episode you’ll discover: The different variations and attributes of strength.  Why the basics of fitness have stood the test of time. The importance of being strong in multiple ways. How gaining muscle mass improves the metabolism.  The mechanics of deadlifting.  How to know how much weight you should be lifting.  What it means to adopt unconventional training methods. Ways to avoid muscle imbalances. How mobility ties into fitness and functionality. Why fundamental movement is important for all ages, bodies, and fitness levels. The power of incorporating mindfulness into your movement practice.  What a nutrient dense movement is. How and why to add a movement practice into your transportation time.  What it means to earn the right to do certain exercises. How to get a better understanding of your form. The benefits of hanging exercises.  How your muscles secrete hormones that affect your organ systems. What hope molecules are.  The number one exercise for therapeutic benefits. What mechanotransduction is. The best exercise for back pain.  Why it’s critical to find an exercise routine that you love.   Items mentioned in this episode include: Onnit.com/model -- Get your optimal health supplements at 10% off!  Foursigmatic.com/model -- Get an exclusive discount on your daily health elixirs! How to Improve Your Strength & Performance with Mark Bell – Episode 363 Super Nutrition & Total Human Optimization with Aubrey Marcus – Episode 69  Boost Performance & Upgrade Your Movement with Dr. Kelly Starrett – Episode 281 How Clothing & Culture Controls Our Movement with Katy Bowman – Episode 478 Exercise Secrets & Building Superhero Bodies with Don Saladino – Episode 280 The Stress-Movement Connection with Aaron Alexander – Episode 438  Exercise, Joy, & Human Connection with Dr. Kelly McGonigal – Episode 393 Movement Skills & The Importance of Community with Dr. Kelly Starrett – Episode 310 Burn More Fat & Become Metabolically Flexible with Mark Sisson – Episode 257 Becoming a Supple Leopard with Dr. Kelly Starrett Move Your DNA by Katy Bowman Dynamic Aging by Katy Bowman  Whole Body Barefoot by Katy Bowman  Don’t Just Sit There by Katy Bowman   Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:  Apple Podcasts Stitcher Spotify Soundcloud * Download Transcript Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation