Functional Patterns with Michael Mucciolo, Ep. 87

In episode 2.09, Seamus Sullivan and Marcos Rivera talk with Michael Mucciolo from Functional Patterns. They dive into the principles and benefits of functional patterns, a movement system aimed at enhancing human movement and performance. Michael shares how functional patterns have helped him and his clients, and they discuss the 10-week course that includes myofascial release and corrective exercises.

They highlight the importance of fixing movement dysfunction and pain to boost overall performance and well-being. Michael talks about the skepticism around myofascial release and stretching, stressing the need to optimize movement patterns for better health and athletic performance. He argues against traditional stretching and promotes functional patterns that focus on movement mechanics and myofascial chains.

The conversation also covers myofascial sling training and the future of functional patterns in fitness. The hosts discuss the balance between training for aesthetics and functional movement, and the role of nutrition in body composition. Michael talks about the idea of functional training for real-life movements, explaining that while exercises like deep squats and deadlifts have benefits, they aren't essential for everyday activities like carrying heavy objects or sprinting. He emphasizes training specific movements and skills for desired outcomes rather than traditional exercises.

They also touch on the limitations of VO2 Max as a fitness measure and the benefits of myofascial release. The chat wraps up with a discussion about dunking a basketball and the importance of finding passion in your pursuits.

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Chapters

(00:00) Introduction to Functional Patterns and Michael Mucciolo

(07:22) Starting with Functional Patterns: Where to Begin

(13:32) The Role of Correctives and Diagnostic Movements

(20:21) Myofascial Release and its Role in Functional Patterns

(24:03) Movement Elimination Protocol and its Importance

(28:07) Addressing Dysfunction and Pain for Improved Performance

(34:06) The Skepticism Around Myofascial Release and Stretching

(37:35) Optimizing Movement Patterns for Health and Performance

(39:13) The Future of Training: Myofascial Sling Training and Functional Patterns

(43:53) Balancing Aesthetics and Functional Movement

(48:29) The Role of Nutrition in Body Composition

(01:02:33) The Importance of Specific Movements in Functional Training

(01:04:26) The Limitations of Traditional Exercises

(01:06:49) Understanding the Role of VO2 Max in Fitness

(01:08:12) The Benefits and Caution of Myofascial Release

(01:22:33) Chasing the Dunk: Finding Passion in Pursuit

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More about Mike:

After a short time in the fitness industry Mike quickly gravitated towards Functional Patterns methodology and message. After his initial Human Foundations course, he changed all of his programming and has been teaching Functional Patterns ever since.

You can find them at:

Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mike.mucciolo/

Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fp.santamonica/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/FP-Santa-Monica-100041448985241/

Website: https://linktr.ee/fp.santamonica

The Macro Perspective is a podcast dedicated to all things health and fitness...whether it be fitness, nutrition, sex, success, and more. Join us for daily recipes, life hacks, workouts, and fascinating interviews with people who are doing big things. You can find us here on Spotify, along with YouTube, and Instagram @themacropod.

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