“I hate strength training. I go to do it and it’s always just counting the minutes until I can leave. Or choosing something I enjoy more (usually some kind of cardio - running, dancing).
Elements is a complete reversal of that. It’s fun! I love play and silliness, and I get that along with the more “serious” benefits of the program. Highly recommend for everyone but especially those of us that dread leg day, arm day, whatever day.”
“Great program for people who like to explore new movements and want to try something new for their training. Lots of fun and can be used as a stand-alone or an accessory training program.”
“A well done plug and play mobility system to streamline getting some movement gains in. Its a lot of fun to move like this and is a great break. The addition of play is something we all need more of.”
“I‘m not through the GMB Elements program yet, but with the sessions so far I’ve already noticed improvements in my squat and hip mobility, a lower back issue is bothering me less & I feel more robust (if that’s possible). Explanation videos are really good and I find the time flies by when doing the Play and Push sections. Even some movements that have been really hard for me haven’t gotten easier, but my form gets better with repetition. I love this program and I am sure that I’ll repeat it again over time to get even better results.”
“I have had Elements program for quite some time now. I’ve been through it a few times over the years. I enjoy the simplicity of workouts and lifelong access. I just push play and follow along with the demonstrations. I use it as adjunct to other fitness/exercise.”
“If you've gotten so far as to be reading reviews, you have an idea of what this is all about. This type of 'training' is great amounts of silly fun ... sometimes. Other times you're embracing the suck ... hard.
I could go on about how well the programs are structured ... the clear instruction, the logical progressions, the ability to choose workout schedule and length of your workout, even the option to choose a shorter workout after the warmup if you're not feeling it ... but here's two unrelated things I want to mention.
One ... the occasional message from Ryan. Seemed a little cheesy at first. But listen, and heed his advice! These messages are well-timed and great reminders of how you should be approaching the training. More than once, these messages really helped me overcome frustration with moves I couldn't master right away.
Two ... you really can find you've improved in seemingly unrelated stuff. The last time I went mountain biking (after a few weeks off) I noticed a definitive improvement in my strength and stamina, which resulted in, well, more fun! I felt more in control and less like I was just trying to survive. Two completely different things, somehow connected ... as promised.
I'm working through Elements now for my second time ... the program has gotten some major upgrades since it was first released. Feeling better about life, the universe, and everything.”
“The instruction is clear and concise. They take into account different fitness levels. My schedule only allows me to do this 2 or 3 times a week, but even after a few weeks, I notice the difference in how I move. I started taking capoeira classes and because of this program, I can approach the moves in a way that will help me avoid injury and still do them correctly with confidence.
I already recommended this to a close friend of mine who is a personal trainer.”
“Areas of this program seem quite advanced for example holding a frog in mid-air is sometimes referred to as a Tuck Planche. There are a few others that I feel could do with a little more training before these should be attemped.”
Slowing the movement down to a half-second stall is not remotely the same thing as a tuck planche. It can help get you there, but they're not the same thing :)
