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Functional Fitness, Mobility & Strength Training

byPrashanth PonnappaOnline sessions available; Studios in Domlur & Lavelle Road; Home visits across BengaluruStarts from700 Per ClassView full gallery

A look at my approach to building a body that lasts, blending CrossFit and Pilates to get you moving pain-free.

This is the moment you realize your lower back pain is actually your hips crying out for help. I focus on finding the real source of your discomfort, not just treating the symptoms. Let's work on unlocking your hips so your back doesn't have to take the strain.

Here is a complete mobility routine that targets your hips, glutes, and hamstrings. I combine movements like the Seated Pigeon, Hip Switch, and Cossack Glide to build flexibility and stability you can actually use in your daily life and workouts.

If you're tired of a stiff, aching back, these six simple exercises can provide serious relief. I'll guide you through movements like the Cat Cow and Cobra Bow to improve your posture and ease tension. You can do this routine at home in just a few minutes.

I believe weights are for more than just lifting. By adding light weights to stretches, a technique called loaded stretching, we can safely increase your flexibility and build strength in your end ranges of motion. This is how we create mobility that is both useful and resilient.

Let's bust some common fitness myths. No, strength training won't make women bulky, and you can't spot reduce belly fat with crunches. I'm here to give you the facts so you can train smarter, avoid injury, and stop wasting your time on things that don't work.

Do you know the difference between a Deadlift and a Romanian Deadlift (RDL)? While both are great exercises, they target different muscles based on subtle changes in form. Understanding the mechanics is key to getting the results you want and preventing injury.

This is an advanced Pilates movement on the reformer called the Tendon Stretch. It's a fantastic exercise for building integrated core strength, improving flexibility, and challenging your body's control and alignment. It's tough, but the benefits for your tendons and overall mobility are huge.

You might think I'm not looking, but I see everything. Having fun during our sessions is important, but so is getting the work done right. This is my promise: I'll keep you accountable, even when you think you can get away with a sloppy rep.

This is what functional fitness looks like for me. It's not just about lifting heavy in the gym, it's about having the strength, balance, and freedom to move your body and explore the world. A handstand on the beach in Goa is a great reminder of why mobility matters.

My name is Prashanth, and I believe fitness should be accessible to everyone. In this session, I designed a routine with interval training and mobility drills that could be modified for all age groups and fitness levels. My goal is to make sure you have fun while moving better.

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Most people assume their back pain is just 'part of getting older' or a result of bad luck. I usually find that the root cause is actually in the hips or shoulders, not the spine. Before we add heavy weights, we fix the mechanics. If you do not unlock your hips first, no amount of exercise will fix your lower back strain. We prioritize movement quality so you can eventually lift heavy without the constant fear of injury.

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