Episode 215: Lifting for Fitness? Don’t Do It!

The MOVEMENT Movement

Lifting for Fitness? Don’t Do It!

– The MOVEMENT Movement with Steven Sashen Episode 215 with Mitchell Van Beek

Mitchell Van Beek is the founder of the MovePainFree (LLC) Training System, specializing in Movement-Based Training to help people start or return to exercising without pain. After experiencing debilitating back pain for 12 years, Mitchell now focuses on pain relief through Movement Behavior Therapy, which involves changing how people walk and run to improve how they feel. Originally from rural Iowa, Mitchell earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science from Northwestern College in Orange City, IA. Working remotely, he travels the world to help others be as active as possible by transitioning to Movement-Based Training.

Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Mitchell Van Beek about how lifting shouldn’t be part of your fitness routine.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How there is a difference between movement patterns and lifting patterns for optimal body function.

- Why focusing on improving movement patterns can help alleviate pain.

- How you should incorporate developmental training and rockers to your routine to enhance your body’s overall movement efficiency.

- Why it’s important to pay attention to foot positioning, knee alignment, and hip flexion in squat patterns.

- How you should focus on foot movement pattern with resistance to optimize strength.

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