| At the12-Day McDougall Program, participants learn many ways to empower themselves including how to cook delicious meals, how to navigate social situations and the importance of exercise. Jack Dixon, certified personal trainer with 30 years of experience, teaches functional fitness which is designed to keep our bodies moving comfortably and pain-free with everyday activities. Anyone at any fitness level can participate and see results. Exercises include compound movements that involve multiple joints and work multiple muscles or muscle groups simultaneously to increase mobility and flexibility while building strength. Staying strong gives us the greatest function as we age. Jack is a firm believer that exercise shouldn’t feel like a chore or torture. He recommends practical, useful exercises that will transform your body and inspire you to improve your life.
The benefits of functional fitness include: Reduce your risk of injury Increase ease of everyday life Improve muscle memory Increase flexibility Improve balance Ease joint pain | 