Note: It is our distinct pleasure to share this interview with our friend and best-selling author, Katy Bowman, who was gracious enough to contribute her thoughts on integrating Natural Movement into your lifestyle. There are so many nuggets of wisdom in here for all MovNatters, and especially for busy women, moms, and families. ... Read more ›
By Erwan Le Corre, MovNat Founder Ever found yourself balancing on a fallen tree over a river, only to realize it wasn’t safe to go all the way across? You may want to start stepping backward, which is not the safest option. A better alternative is to take a brief moment to reverse your ... Read more ›
At the most recent MovNat Level 3 Certification in Santa Fe, NM, we had the largest showing of women in the history of that event (i.e. the "Master Level" certification) - a sure sign that more of us are seeing and experiencing the benefits of implementing Natural Movement training into our lives. All ... Read more ›
Explore, Learn, Grow, Ask Why By Phil Lombardo, DPT, Level 2 MovNat Certified Trainer MovNat connects my physical training to the rest my life. I have always believed that my workouts provided me with many benefits, but looking back, I now see that I lacked connection between my physical training and my larger ... Read more ›
By Danny Clark, MovNat COO As the seasons change, it’s a great time to contemplate how you’ll be outfitting one of the most important parts of your body: your feet. While warmer weather in the northern hemisphere naturally entices unshod nakedness for many, it’s very likely you’ll find yourself needing (or preferring) some ... Read more ›
by Erwan Le Corre, MovNat Founder As a species, we weren’t designed in a lab out of synthetic components just as we weren’t meant to be physically idle most of the time or to live in artificial environments. Over millions of years of evolution, nature is the cradle where early humans ... Read more ›
"It was physically demanding, mentally challenging, and a life changing adventure." - Jessica Groves-Chapman 1) Can you give us a snapshot of who you are (i.e. a little about yourself, your background, and what you do today)? My name is Jessica Groves-Chapman; I am a mover, movement educator, writer, business owner, partner, ... Read more ›
By John Sifferman We asked some of our top MovNat Professionals: What is the biggest mistake natural movers and/or movement-minded fitness enthusiasts make? Kimberly Alexander - Level 3 MCT Natural Movement is sweeping through the fitness industry world-wide as people search for more purpose as it relates to their training. ... Read more ›
10 Ways MovNat Changes Your Perspective About Fitness and Movement By Danny Clark, MovNat Performance Director and Master Instructor Many people are inherently resistant to learning MovNat, especially those who have been in the industry of fitness or therapy for awhile. Instead of going through the sometimes uncomfortable, energy intensive process of reorganizing thought ... Read more ›
How To Move With Purpose, Increase Your Real World Capability, and Get More Out Of Your Natural Movement Practice If you want a body that moves powerfully, gracefully, and efficiently, that doesn't wear out or get hurt easily, you've got to do things a little differently. And you've got to go deep. Too many ... Read more ›
By Erwan Le Corre, MovNat Founder The Tripod Vault involves using a foot for support, not just one or two hands, making it the easiest and safest type of vault. The great advantage of the Tripod Vault is that it is the best entry-level vault technique for those unfamiliar with vaults. Indeed, it is ... Read more ›
By Thomas Berkery, Physical Therapist, Level 1 MovNat Certified Trainer What initially sparked my interest in MovNat wasn’t the incredible feats of physical prowess demonstrated in so many of the videos, but the way it changed my perception of movement. When I first watched the video “The Workout the World Forgot” ... Read more ›
“Hey! I want to do an intermediate-level MovNat Combo that focuses on some of the other climbing skills.” Well, have I got the combo for you! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_ppgif1LV4&feature=youtu.be This MovNat Combo focuses on five skills: Front power traverse Running Side swing traverse Foot hand crawl Leg ... Read more ›
by Erwan Le Corre, MovNat Founder The notion that movement or even physical exercise can be “purely” physical is absurd. Your muscles don’t have neurons. They don’t think or get “confused”. They don’t know their names. They don’t know how to count to ten. They have no intention of their own. ... Read more ›
Your body wants to move. It craves natural movement. And while any movement is better than nothing, there are some natural movements that can and should be done more often than just during designated practice sessions or workout days. And this is one of the so-called "secrets" of really good natural movers. They don't ... Read more ›
It's a universal truth. We all make time for what is important to us. And yet, many people struggle to make time for important things like taking care of their health and fitness, which is something many people wish they did. Motivation helps, of course, but it doesn't last. It comes and goes, and ... Read more ›
Why Professionals Who Want to Teach Movement Safely and Efficiently are Aligning With the MovNat Method By Danny Clark, MovNat Performance Director and Master Instructor One of the key values of the MovNat method is its usability for health and fitness professionals looking to build a better base of movement for their students. ... Read more ›
By Erwan Le Corre, MovNat Founder Who said balance training is only for the elderly? Balance is critical for people of all ages. Not only does it help us avoid falling, it also serves as a foundation for all bipedal movement such as walking, running, and jumping. Plus, it's a great tool for improving ... Read more ›
By Danny Clark, MovNat Performance Director and Master Instructor Is the MovNat Natural Movement System a step back when it comes to health, fitness, and exercise science? We believe it's a step forward. Hi Rob. This is a great philosophical discussion point, and it’s likely a thought process that ... Read more ›
by Erwan Le Corre, MovNat Founder While humans may occasionally reflect about the purpose of their lives, the fundamental biological agenda of all animals is not only survival but also reproduction, which ensures that their genetic pool is transmitted to their offspring and therefore perpetuates itself. Even to those of us who ... Read more ›