These are the core principles and ideas that underpin the Gravity First Movement Model.

All application of these principles will be covered weekly in the Live Content & Q&A calls.

These are provided as pre-recorded modules to provide context for the content covered throughout the mentorship.

1) What Is A Model?
- Skeleton First vs Muscle First Movement Lenses
- How these two view points alter the way we make decisions and manage programming decisions for clients.

2) Planes Of Motion & Couple Joint Actions
- The 3 primary planes of motion of sagittal, frontal and transverse
- Within these planes we have 2 coupled groupings of motion of Flexion/Abduction/ER & Extension/Adduction/IR
- These coupled motions are relative to either midline or the ground and are respect to force absorption and force generation.

3) Joint 'Stability' Vs. Motor Control
- What is stability? and why it is misunderstood.
- What influences range of motion and movement expression at a joint?
- Motor control is the secret to improving movement based outcomes for performance.

4) Joint Space Continuum
- The expression of movement slides joints and muscles along each joint space continuum.
- Inability to move into one end of each movement continuum creates a reduced function of the joint and muscles.

5) Relative Motion vs Orientation
- What is relative motion and how does it differ to 'orientational' changes to the system?
- How proximal structures (rib cage/ scapular and pelvis) influence movement expression at the arms and legs.

6) Gravity First Movement Model - 3 Core Principles
- Remove the confusion around movement and biomechanics.
- Gravity is the constant force humans are fighting.
- Muscle tension is reactive to bone position and orientation. Learn why muscles generate tension and how to mange it productively.
- Every action/ movement lives on a continuum. By learning to shift your position, you can quickly unlock mobility and performance.

7) Coaching Framework and Progression Principles
- Practical programming strategies to improve your success as a coach.
- Learn how all these principles fit within a simple to use coaching system.

These pre-learning modules are sent out the week prior to the initial live call.

Week 1 - Shoulder Complex
- The 4 joints of the upper extremity, how they function as a unit and how we manage them as coaches.
- Key muscles: Pec Major, Pec Minor, Lats, Serratus Anterior, Traps, Rhomboids, Rotator Cuff
- Mobility and Performance considerations

Week 2 - Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Complex
- The major joints of the lower extremity, hip, SIJ, spine, knee
- Key muscles: Hamstrings, Glutes, Adductors, Low Back, Hip Flexors
- Mobility and Performance considerations

Week 3 - Rib Cage, Spine, Breathing & Bracing
- Rib Cage & Spine anatomy and function
- Inhalation and Exhalation processes
- Diaphragm anatomy and function and maximising rib cage and spine function

The Foot & Ankle Complex, Center of Mass & Gait
- The foot and ankle anatomy and function
- Relative motions of pronation and supination within the leg
- Ankle dorsiflexion deep dive
- Gait cycle analysis, foot pressure and center of mass application in the gym
- Neurodevelopment coaching positions and the progression of task complexity through gravity management

Deep exploration of the coaching process for motor control, technique and strength development.

Practical case studies and walkthroughs that bring all concepts and ideas covered together in a simple and effective coaching system.

Fast track technique and strength development.

Learn how to actually create 'mobility' and 'stability' changes with your clients.

Week 5: Lower Body Lifting & Coaching Application
- Programming and coaching to develop skill and motor control
- Hypertrophy and tension considerations
- Technique & strength development
- Easy and effective mobility fixes for ankle dorsiflexion, hip flexion, extension & rotation
- Center of mass & core applications for lower lifts
- Developing coaching systems to fast track results

Week 6: Upper Body Lifting & Coaching Application
- Programming and coaching to develop skill and motor control
- Hypertrophy and tension considerations
- Technique & strength development
- Easy and effective mobility fixes for shoulder flexion, extension & rotation
- Center of mass & reaching patterns application upper lifts
- Developing coaching systems to fast track results

Fast track your client's results and expand your value as a coach.