How do you crawl underneath a very low object? One way is to use the Push Pull Crawl technique, which is a more efficient version of what some call the "Army crawl." This movement is useful for crawling very low to the ground while minimizing friction and maximizing efficiency. Here's an ... Read more ›
by Erwan Le Corre, MovNat Founder Our phenotype, or the observable characteristics that are physically expressed in an individual (such as stature and eye color) and that are the outcome of both genetic makeup and environmental influences, differs with every person, but we all share a set of similar anatomical and physiognomic ... Read more ›
8 Week Natural Movement Program For Better Mobility and Capability If you want to improve your mobility by moving naturally, using practical skills that are actually helpful in real life (instead of just as a "warmup" to your workout) - and you want a complete program that will take you by the ... Read more ›
Want some Natural Movement workouts to help you get started? Below, you'll find 3 beginner-level MovNat workouts to get your heart pumping and muscles burning while you’re improving your natural movement skills in an organized workout format. These are meant to serve as examples, and the indications of sets, reps, time, ... Read more ›
If you can sit in a chair for hours a day, but you can't perform simple movements on the ground with similar ease, there's a gap in your fitness, movement skills, and capability for real life. Your body, as adaptable as it is, wasn't designed to sit in a chair all day long. It ... Read more ›
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 ›