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As a former competitive swimmer, I worked my way through the ranks to find my self competing at the Division I collegiate level at East Carolina University. During my time there I helped our team win back-to-back conference championship titles while also landing several school records. In addition to this, I earned a bachelors degree in Exercise Science with hopes that this would prepare me to take care of my body as I got older. As I began approaching the end of my athletic career, I began to experience numerous chronic pains including: neck pain, excruciating tendonitis of the shoulders and elbows, and lower back pain. No amount of rest, exercise modification, stretching, or ice could even come close to making me feel better. In fact, I felt absolutely clueless as to what I could do to actually solve my problems. I visited our team physical therapists and doctors numerous times only to walk away with either zero relief or a temporary solution like ibuprofen or cortisone shots. I did all of the physical therapy protocols prescribed to me with no success. Unfortunately this is how most chronic pain stories go. I discovered a youtube video from the CEO of Functional Patterns that completely changed the way I viewed the human body and why chronic pain develops. As I began to follow his methods I couldn’t believe how much relief I felt from my pains. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/5209ca8c-d4a4-4067-88ee-6a58ed367242/Blake+Headshot.jpg Our Team - Blake Howie Owner // Human Biomechanics Specialist “I was born and raised in North Augusta, SC. I grew up being very active, with a passion for staying fit. I attended the University of South Carolina for Marketing & Management. After college I found myself in a bit of an emotional hole. The apartment complex I lived in my last semester caught fire, & the majority of my personal belongs were lost. I started running as a form of exercise, because I didn’t want to go to my local gym. Running felt great at first, it was my personal time to get outside and connect with nature. I also started kayaking & I would wear a heart rate monitor because I was focused on my endurance, just like when I ran. Upon starting a career in retail for Apple, I soon found myself in extreme discomfort. After seeing multiple types of doctors, the closest to a true diagnosis I received was Chronic Myofascial Pain Syndrome. I had been using exercise as a coping mechanism, and not in pursuit of health, and my body paid the price. The fascia around my shoulder blade locked me down, and slowly got worse as I struggled to find help from traditional medicine. The pain would spiral down my left arm & leg. For seven years I built a career at Apple. I started as a part-time salesperson then worked up to management where I worked for 3 years. I never missed more than 3 days of work in my career. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/cfc49078-e2e8-4aa0-bab9-ac6d36efd2cc/9AD8D97B-3AAB-4F42-B68F-87C5AE4CEF16.jpeg Our Team - Christopher Castañeda Human Biomechanics Specialist “Since I was a young boy my body always seemed to fail me when I needed it most. It lacked resilience, stability, utility. Anytime I wanted to use it, chronic pain followed. I would watch kids my age not struggle with chronic pain and watch adults in my life struggle with the same chronic pain I had at such an early age. It infuriated me that my body was deteriorating so quickly, I thought to myself, “Why do I feel like an old man, and if I feel like this now - how will I feel when I’m actually old”. It didn’t make sense at the time. I had no understanding of the complexities of the body. Traditional knowledge (PT, weightlifting, stretching etc.) just was not getting me out of the cycle of pain and injuries. As I got older and continued to learn more about biology and anatomy, I eventually found FP content online. It quickly became more evident that FP was on to something and learning other modalities was wasting my time. In 2020 I altered my educational route to shift my time and resources Into further learning FP. I continued to learn on my own using the online course provided by Functional Patterns as well as attending the Human Foundations Certification course. In 2022 I began regularly working with Human Biomechanics specialists who were certified through Functional Patterns and I could see just how important this was for my health as we systematically addressed all the dysfunctional movement patterns and day-to-day behaviors that were contributing to my problems. I decided to get certified as a Human Biomechanics Specialist because in my mid 20s, I finally found an answer to the pain and lack of athleticism I felt just about my entire life. Growing up I felt out of control of my body, but now I feel like I can alter my future for the better with the tool belt that Functional Patterns has equipped me with. I want to work with people who feel the same way to show them that they also have way more control over their body than they think.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/1642780595910-D3UA2SSFFSUHSEEF8YZS/Jacob+Headshot.jpg Our Team - Jacob Cannon Human Biomechanics Specialist “Initially I found Functional Patterns trying to rid myself of chronic pain. Determined to play college baseball, I was training as much as I could using traditional weight training. Ignoring warning signs from my body thinking aches and pains were just apart of the process. Even from an early age, before really taking weight lifting serious, I had some infrequent back, shoulder, and neck pain. As a result of my weight lifting I found myself in what appeared to be the best shape of my life, but it was only on a surface level. Aesthetics meant nothing as my infrequent pains became chronic, and my mental health deteriorated along with everything else. Consequently I opted not to pursue college baseball, ending a passion I held onto for most of my life. In search of some way to get me out of my pain and fill the void I felt of not playing sports, I found Functional Patterns. I saw one YouTube video, where FP CEO & founder Naudi Aguilar addressed one of my body’s biggest dysfunctions. Not only did he point out the issue my body was having in the video, but he provided some clarity on how to go about addressing it. From there I consumed as much of his material as I could mind. Starting with The Power of Posture book I started to notice the changes in my pain levels and my mood. I followed up the book by working through the Online 10 Week Course finding most of my pain slowly dissipating. Unmotivated by the current curriculum I was taking at The University of Toledo, I realized I was spending all of my time working on Functional Patterns. After applying for FP’s Human Foundations Course I decided to leave college and go full on with FP. After the Foundations course I have taken the Human Biomechanics Specialist Courses levels 1,2, & 3, with the goal of taking as many as they will offer. Not only have these courses taught me how to get rid of all of my pain, but I’ve learned how to change my body’s structure and become more athletic. Seeing and feeling the potential of what Functional Patterns can accomplish, my goal is to show every willing client how to achieve the best results with their body. Working with a range of clients from professional athletes, children, the elderly, to people with debilitating pain, I am confident in what we can achieve with FP.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/03e5d0c9-2aad-4134-b2e2-91d9acfac069/tempImageAeUbCX.jpg Our Team - Bob Perna Human Biomechanics Specialist “I began seriously strength training to support my lacrosse career as a fifteen year old, and learned early on that the traditional paths of powerlifting and bodybuilding-inspired weight training were maladaptive to true athletic development. My numbers went up in the gym, but my speed and agility suffered, my pain levels increased, and in a couple of short years my body became burnt out and injured, effectively ending my dreams of playing high level college lacrosse. I studied exercise science in college and became a licensed massage therapist in my early twenties, hoping to gain the tools to help support others in their fitness and athletic goals in a way that wouldn’t lead to injury or dead-end. I also began coaching high school lacrosse during this time, which led me to dive deeper into exploring functional movement, as I was determined to not allow the next generation to make the same mistakes that I did during my formative years. After suffering a bad ankle sprain in 2019 and dealing with months of chronic pain, my wife suggested I look into Functional Patterns, as a former classmate of hers from graduate school had recently completed his HBS1. After a few weeks of studying the online course and performing the exercises, I was able to resolve my chronic pain and get moving again. I went to my first in-person course in the fall of 2020, and the knowledge and community completed my paradigm shift. FP truly represents the future of fitness and movement; it stands alone as the most complete and relevant system to human biomechanics. I have been training clients as a practitioner since 2021, and am extremely grateful and excited to be joining the FP Atlanta team to continue my growth as a trainer. I’m looking forward to continuing to deepen my bonds with the greater FP community, as well as serve our local community here in Atlanta.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/26b7bc24-dc1b-4a2f-9e39-cd37946ded43/IMG_8592.jpg Our Team - Amine Belkouche Human Biomechanics Specialist “I grew up playing competitive soccer and eventually became a professional player, having been part of the Louisiana Olympic Development Program. My career took me to play for clubs like Al-Ain FC in the UAE and AS Cannes in France. Early on, however, I found myself trapped in the cycle of muscle injuries, rehabilitation, and re-injury. Despite seeking physical therapy solutions, nothing worked, and I eventually had to drop my dream of being a professional athlete For most of my 20s, I had all but given up on fixing my body, until I discovered myofascial release and self-massage techniques. I had been given a second chance as I regained control of my body and reignited my passion for health and fitness. I returned to soccer, martial arts, and a variety of movement practices, deep-diving into disciplines such as Shotokan karate, judo, BJJ, wrestling, and aikido. Then, one day, while scrolling through Instagram, I came across a Functional Patterns before-and-after result. The results shared by people from different backgrounds caught my attention immediately. As a former pro athlete, I understood how challenging it was to create lasting change in something as fundamental as gait—and FP was doing this for everyone consistently. Even though I wasn’t in pain at the time, I knew instantly that Functional Patterns offered something radically different. I went all in on FP, dropping all other fitness modalities. Since then, I have integrated FP into all aspects of my training and lifestyle—martial arts, soccer, and everything else. My journey has now come full circle, and I am passionate about using what I’ve learned to help others. I began with training my father, guiding him to life-changing results in just five months through virtual sessions. Today, as part of the team at Functional Patterns Atlanta, I’m excited to be making an impact not only within the gym but in communities throughout Atlanta and beyond. No matter who you are and how you show up, we're here to help you show up as the best version of yourself in all areas of your life. Whether you’re an athlete, in pain, or simply looking to enhance your well-being, let us help you not only reclaim your body but rediscover who you could become through FP by living intentionally, and not habitually.” https://www.functionalpatternsatlanta.com/scoliosis daily 0.75 2023-01-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/087b8d53-be56-4aed-82a8-ff9d5bbf2d53/Screen+Shot+2021-02-22+at+10.38.07+pm.png Scoliosis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/8fdadf7f-83ce-451d-8480-8c4e6d4d12e8/Screen+Shot+2022-01-07+at+2.17.34+pm.png Scoliosis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/c6a23aea-da7b-4777-b317-94aa3bbeff03/Screen+Shot+2022-03-15+at+2.09.17+pm.png Scoliosis - Assess & Plan. Your first session will be 90 minutes long. Our comprehensive initial consult involves a gait and/or activity assessment, where we analyse your gait cycle in slow motion and highlight dysfunctions present. This is a crucial part of the appointment as it enables us to tailor a program that suits your body and not just a cookie cutter approach. Following this, we will take you through myofascial release techniques that may help you to get on top of any dysfunctions we have pointed out. Specific postural correctives, chambers and dynamic exercises may follow depending on how your body handles each level of exercise. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/ea63e76e-468d-4a55-b53f-03dd7093161e/Screen+Shot+2021-04-09+at+7.22.34+pm.png Scoliosis - Discuss. First - you will have a discussion on the phone with one of our professionals or client advocates. During this call you will discuss a brief history of your condition, your goals and availability. From this information, we will match you with one of our Biomechanics Specialists. You can meet the entire team here. Each and every specialist in the clinic is trained in Human Biomechanics and has extensive experience working with and significantly improving scoliosis in our clients. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/a67ddf9c-f794-49be-9ac3-da11a8c8ba36/Screen+Shot+2021-04-08+at+8.38.28+pm.png Scoliosis - Get Your Result. Finally, The Result! Our goal is to get you an incredible result. Our entire business and methodology is based around noticeably straightening spines and decreasing pain to the point where people cannot ignore the work we do. If you want to change your life and be our next result, get in touch and start your incredible journey with Functional Patterns Atlanta. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/63234976-7be9-4e47-a0aa-85dafa621298/Screen+Shot+2022-03-15+at+2.06.17+pm.jpg Scoliosis - Execute. What Happens After My First Session? So you have completed your initial assessment and session, what now? Your Biomechanics Instructor will discuss their recommendations while taking into consideration your unique situation and their assessment findings. Although estimating the duration of improvement of scoliosis can be like predicting the length of string, we do know that the more time you are able to spend doing your Functional Patterns training, the faster you will make progress. Most protocols include 2-3 60 minute sessions per week alongside homework. You can also include some group classes to practice your fundamentals. Following your initial consult, we will continue to build on the techniques you learned through chambers, correctives and dynamic exercise. As gait cycle results are our number one metric to objectively track your progress, we will usually take video footage again of your running/sprinting or your specific activity during these sessions. Throughout your sessions, we will work on breaking down the dysfunctions that lead to your scoliosis and pain while building new, functional patterns. This will result in a dramatic decrease in pain and an improvement in spinal alignment - while also improving movement, agility, strength, posture, aesthetic and overall quality of life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/8cbdb2b0-df1c-4201-aa8b-7a5c0ef89f77/Screen+Shot+2022-03-15+at+2.07.24+pm.png Scoliosis - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/074f691d-a975-46bc-8d12-eb1c5b2d5528/Screen+Shot+2020-12-15+at+10.34.51+am.png Scoliosis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/5254174b-54b8-4596-bf2a-b3ae5a9f6111/Screen+Shot+2022-01-07+at+2.17.34+pm.png Scoliosis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/eddedc63-1598-476f-a219-0d879d6f809c/Screen+Shot+2021-04-09+at+7.20.51+pm.png Scoliosis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/a67ddf9c-f794-49be-9ac3-da11a8c8ba36/Screen+Shot+2021-04-08+at+8.38.28+pm.png Scoliosis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/ea63e76e-468d-4a55-b53f-03dd7093161e/Screen+Shot+2021-04-09+at+7.22.34+pm.png Scoliosis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/7829f884-6a99-4cd4-a87f-32be05890687/Screen+Shot+2021-02-22+at+9.27.26+pm.png Scoliosis https://www.functionalpatternsatlanta.com/running-pain-injuries daily 0.75 2023-01-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/17a8f85d-9479-4a7a-8744-bfb9f9098d94/Screen+Shot+2021-04-08+at+8.45.14+pm.png Running Pain & Injuries - Make it stand out James Bazley, Professional Australian Cricketer - Functional Patterns Result: Major Pain During Running (Before) -> Pain Free & 4.4KM Faster (After) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/40df0a4c-a1ae-490d-b6f5-450a2b28e4fb/Screen+Shot+2021-04-08+at+8.45.14+pm.png Running Pain & Injuries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/4e5bb9b5-6dc9-48f6-a726-3ba89981114b/Screen+Shot+2022-03-06+at+5.12.53+pm.png Running Pain & Injuries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/1646549854286-MRRHD5PPK7WBU1QSKD1C/how-painful-is-achilles-tendonitis.jpeg Running Pain & Injuries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/1646549924470-BEOY75ZPM7NHJJHND5Y8/runners+knee+pain.jpeg Running Pain & Injuries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/1646550015164-UYCHR73TWFCS3VO4QC8M/shin-splints.jpeg Running Pain & Injuries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/13b33c95-65a7-44b6-b18e-c3dfb027fb76/Screen+Shot+2022-03-06+at+5.24.03+pm.png Running Pain & Injuries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/c4f73250-c8d2-4247-ab44-24029ddf6bd9/Screen+Shot+2021-04-22+at+10.04.03+pm.png Running Pain & Injuries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/2fb112c5-0785-4a72-87f0-609ede6f0432/Screen+Shot+2022-01-06+at+5.30.04+pm.png Running Pain & Injuries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/a43b41f9-e0d9-4857-8e87-6992a1d4a311/Screen+Shot+2022-03-06+at+5.24.15+pm.png Running Pain & Injuries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/053e51cb-ffab-4046-86e2-2599d31fa0f5/Screen+Shot+2020-12-15+at+10.29.30+am.png Running Pain & Injuries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/17a8f85d-9479-4a7a-8744-bfb9f9098d94/Screen+Shot+2021-04-08+at+8.45.14+pm.png Running Pain & Injuries https://www.functionalpatternsatlanta.com/ourmethod daily 0.75 2025-02-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/54c654af-5b5f-4375-98e3-ecf3aea79d52/FPATL%2Blogo%2Bonly%2B.jpg Our Method - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/dc8dd797-634e-4889-8148-afca93483049/evolution+graphic.png Our Method - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/e79915fa-5197-40c5-9fc4-2588e6d79c2f/278539601_546708147077475_7373233840621102722_n.jpg Our Method - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/074f691d-a975-46bc-8d12-eb1c5b2d5528/Screen+Shot+2020-12-15+at+10.34.51+am.png Our Method Does Functional Patterns Actually Work? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/6d948418-2c45-4278-a058-6ed7236453eb/Screen+Shot+2022-03-09+at+5.26.57+pm.png Our Method - Make it stand out Pictured: Naudi Aguilar, image retrieved from @functionalpatterns https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/2fb112c5-0785-4a72-87f0-609ede6f0432/Screen+Shot+2022-01-06+at+5.30.04+pm.png Our Method - How Does Functional Patterns Work? Here at Functional Patterns Atlanta we find time & time again that optimising these functions (breathing, walking, running & throwing) is paramount to improving every facet of health. We see improvements in conditions such as scoliosis, joint pain, fatigue, poor posture, bloating and often have clients losing weight, running faster, moving better & gaining muscle at all ages. No matter your body type, physical ability, or level of exercise experience, if you are a human then you will benefit from Functional Patterns. ‘From our perspective, a scientific definition of "functional" isn't arbitrary, it is biological. It comes down to a two step process: first, you define the organism; then, you identify their primary movement functions. Training to specifically enhance those foundational elements of an organism's movement is what defines functional training. It's really that simple.’ - Naudi Aguilar https://www.functionalpatternsatlanta.com/postpregnancy daily 0.75 2023-01-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/215e104b-4312-44fa-bc15-03add4a86864/Screen+Shot+2022-04-12+at+6.07.34+pm.jpg Pain Post Pregnancy - Lasting & Incredible Results, Every Time. We speak in results. This means that our entire business is based upon getting you the best possible before and after. Thanks to this drive, you can rest assured that you will be getting elite, warm and individualised service every time you step foot in the door. We care massively about your progress, both mentally and physically, towards a more functional version of you. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/8cbdb2b0-df1c-4201-aa8b-7a5c0ef89f77/Screen+Shot+2022-03-15+at+2.07.24+pm.png Pain Post Pregnancy - Non-Invasive, empowering & Individualised Treatment. Functional Patterns teaches you how to move and connect with your body in a way that respects your biomechanics and improves over-all health. As a mom, it can be difficult managing physical health problems, while also trying to get exercise in (particularly if it hurts to do so). We use highly individualised movements based upon exactly what your body needs to heal and thrive. 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We love helping women get their strength, confidence and vitality back in full-swing after pregnancy. Our biomechanics methods are like nothing else on the market and because of this, our results play in a league of their own. If you’re ready to make a big, worthwhile change in your life, we are here to help you every step of the way. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/11c2f778-83a9-4c29-9360-5a54d6ddaadd/Screen+Shot+2022-04-12+at+6.10.47+pm.png Pain Post Pregnancy - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.functionalpatternsatlanta.com/fixpoorposture daily 0.75 2023-01-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/19a63258-1b0d-447d-8a89-d443ea5ec089/Screen+Shot+2022-03-15+at+2.04.59+pm.png Fix Poor Posture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/eddedc63-1598-476f-a219-0d879d6f809c/Screen+Shot+2021-04-09+at+7.20.51+pm.png Fix Poor Posture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/13b33c95-65a7-44b6-b18e-c3dfb027fb76/Screen+Shot+2022-03-06+at+5.24.03+pm.png Fix Poor Posture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/b62a1fef-b93e-4b79-b61c-b061a2cdca7e/278539601_546708147077475_7373233840621102722_n.jpg Fix Poor Posture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/8d92e999-0113-4280-85d8-e7b7447ca50c/Screen+Shot+2022-04-14+at+8.04.25+pm.png Fix Poor Posture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/71006c4c-f9b6-445a-ac0d-64a649197c51/Screen+Shot+2022-04-26+at+6.37.17+pm.png Fix Poor Posture Joanna Pictured With Relaxed Posture - Anterior View. Before Jan 2020 After July 2020 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/8ab92da5-812d-452e-be73-5e385081eb56/Screen+Shot+2022-04-26+at+6.37.40+pm.png Fix Poor Posture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/59dd90e0-faa2-4845-abd0-33ec4b770576/Screen+Shot+2022-04-26+at+6.38.10+pm.png Fix Poor Posture @james_bazley - all photos are relaxed standing neutral https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/345cd333-768a-469b-878f-58d03fc570b9/Screen+Shot+2022-04-14+at+8.23.17+pm.png Fix Poor Posture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/3a19150d-a847-4def-adec-7baba435a6b5/Screen+Shot+2022-04-14+at+8.23.26+pm.png Fix Poor Posture - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/2fb112c5-0785-4a72-87f0-609ede6f0432/Screen+Shot+2022-01-06+at+5.30.04+pm.png Fix Poor Posture - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/1d1c9d43-7745-48e7-94a3-1dab8f82f2fc/bloated+posture+diagram.png Fix Poor Posture - The food you eat has the potential to cause bloating. This raises two questions: Is it possible to have a stable spine and pelvis if the core is not engaged adequately? Might chronic bloating inhibit core activation to some extent? One of the fundamental functions of the deep core (or transverse abdominus) is to retract the navel and help provide stability to the pelvis and lumbar spine. Imagine attempting to retract your navel (pulling in your belly button) while you are bloated. Chronic bloating seems to promote a firm round belly that completely loses the ability to retract – which then promotes arching in the lower back and ultimately increases the likelihood of pain to occur. In our field experience, cutting out certain foods is a critical step in eliminating certain types of chronic lower back pain. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/c69ae954-e438-4eb6-86b0-2c5a7552df3a/ATL+Diet+Book+Teaser.png Fix Poor Posture - Improve Your Core Tension & Body Composition. All of our clients have access to our incredibly effective Functional Patterns dietary protocol. When you work with F.P. Atlanta, you get a 17 page booklet outlining the exact methods we’ve used to help countless people of all walks of life to feel more energetic, feel more confident and to gain muscle while losing stubborn fat. Our diet protocol is thoroughly tested and researched and serves to rehydrate your fascia, tissue & muscle, increase collagen production, reduce chronic inflammation, increase lean muscle mass and reduce body fat percentage. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/8d92e999-0113-4280-85d8-e7b7447ca50c/Screen+Shot+2022-04-14+at+8.04.25+pm.png Fix Poor Posture https://www.functionalpatternsatlanta.com/fascia daily 0.75 2023-01-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/1651537802214-39C98MEXT2KGP1XXQI0B/unsplash-image-31-pOduwZGE.jpg Fascia & Chronic Conditions The fascial continuum allows the proper distribution of tension information produced by different tissues covered or supported by the fascia so that the entire body system can interact in real-time (Bordoni et al., 2021). Normal movement of the body is allowed because of the presence of the fascial tissues and their inseparable interconnection, which allow the sliding of the muscular structure, the sliding of nerves and vessels between contractile fields and joints, and the ability of all organs to slide and move with each other as influenced by the position of the body. One of the fundamental characteristics of the fascia is the ability to adapt to mechanical stress, remodeling the cellular/tissue structure and changing to suit the environment (Bordoni et al., 2021). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/1651538112040-ZD2O0XS9H7RK6913VZUT/unsplash-image-_hGPdpyMV-8.jpg Fascia & Chronic Conditions https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/c016a8e4-d110-4eaf-8c00-a760909ff86d/Screen+Shot+2022-04-12+at+6.07.34+pm.jpg Fascia & Chronic Conditions Chronic Inflammation & Chronic Pain Due To Fascial Dysfunction - Solved. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/50063896-7832-4703-9ab5-0a46ce07ef47/Screen+Shot+2022-01-06+at+3.27.13+pm.png Fascia & Chronic Conditions - How Can Fascial Dysfunction Lead To Chronic Pain? Connective tissue, fascia, can directly send pain signals because it has pain receptors capable of translating a mechanical stimulus into painful information, and if there are dysfunctional mechanical stimuli, receptors which receive stimuli from within the body can become pain receptors. The pain receptors themselves synthesise substances that can alter the surrounding tissue and form an inflammatory environment. The epineurium and perineurium are part of the fascial system innervated by nervi nervorum (small nerves), which, if in contact with pro-inflammatory molecules, can cause sensations of pain and create a vicious circle. 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After 6 months of training we have been able to get him free of pain and adding mass to a more symmetrical decompressed structure. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/97741098-b061-4f75-a8f6-b40ffe0a2231/Screen+Shot+2022-01-06+at+4.54.57+pm.png Stop Back Pain - Case Study - Extreme chronic pain cured. Our client @leniolisgari came to Functional Patterns quite the mess. It’s been a tough slog getting her to this stage but we have laid some solid foundations and now we can look to really build on that and have her running efficiently and pain free. Her issues ranged from pain in her lower left side of back and hip, left quad soreness, neck pain from the sling worn for 7 weeks straight as a result of a left shoulder surgery that was in chronic pain pre and post surgery all on top of a very compressed structure. Great work Eleni you’re a star! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/63bf00fd-0751-449c-a392-66137059ba74/Screen+Shot+2022-01-06+at+5.11.47+pm.png Stop Back Pain - Case Study - Chronic Pain and Mental Health Transformation “In the 4 years before finding FP I had almost constant headaches, back, neck and sciatic pain. I was on a cocktail of medications for pain and medically diagnosed bipolar disorder. Since adopting FP protocols I have eliminated the pain and have been managing the bipolar symptoms without medication for the last 10 months. Thank you to the team at Functional Patterns, thank you @naudiaguilar for the system that has given me a new body and a new life.” - Brendan Drums https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/5e6d6db2-cce1-4f47-9c7a-9b1395f3db32/Screen+Shot+2022-01-06+at+5.11.40+pm.png Stop Back Pain - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/2fb112c5-0785-4a72-87f0-609ede6f0432/Screen+Shot+2022-01-06+at+5.30.04+pm.png Stop Back Pain - Case Study - Relaxed Posture and Physique Gains Over 17 Months Great improvements made by Trent here so far. He has worked on adopting a more functional value set that prioritises his health and has been able to reap the full benefits of FP as a result. He now looks and moves like an entirely different person! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/8d92e999-0113-4280-85d8-e7b7447ca50c/Screen+Shot+2022-04-14+at+8.04.25+pm.png Stop Back Pain - This Is A Must-Read! What Is Fascia & How Is It The Driver Of Your Chronic Pain? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61421e6be812ac2c1455836d/59dd90e0-faa2-4845-abd0-33ec4b770576/Screen+Shot+2022-04-26+at+6.38.10+pm.png Stop Back Pain - Functional Patterns is centred around improving your fascia to improve every aspect of your health. As you can see above, fascia truly is the most important organ/system in the body when it comes to preventing, managing and even reversing chronic health conditions such as chronic pain, fibromyalgia, osteoporosis, chronic fatigue, immune conditions… the list goes on. Functional Patterns techniques and protocols balance, rehydrate and put elasticity back into your fascia. Each and every movement has been carefully thought out to undo fascial dysfunctions and to create an environment where the adaptions that your body makes are beneficial to your over-all health, vitality and structure. As seen in the research above, a chronic inflammatory environment, abnormal/dysfunctional mechanical stress, and immobility are key drivers of fascial dysfunction. 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