“I'm on my third run through Elements now - twice with the old system and my firs ttime with the new.
For me, the big difference GMB's routines offer is the auto-regulation and ability to scale up/down as you need.
The first time I ran Elements I had a thumb injury that was stopping me from handstanf and calisthenics pratice.
But unlike with traditional sets + reps routines, the emphasis on auto-regulation and mindful practice kept me honest on my abilities and I worked with scaled back sessions for the first few weeks until, almost overnight, I found I could bear weight on my hand again and then skippe dstraight into the full sessions.
Now, I'm much more comfortable with more advanced calisthenics movements (can just about hold a tuck planche) but have a young child, so on days when I've slept I'm trhowing myself straight into hard work, and on days were I haven't I run with the relaxed versions.
Even with this on/off approach to intensity, I'm still making gains, feeling smoother and gaining strength and control.
If you're not sure about Elements - maybe you're already storng or already an accomplished mover - I would say to just go for it and try it. The movements are simple, but the limit on intensity is how you feel. even for the very strong, you can make these sessions hard work. But the magic is on the emphasis to movement they place which isn't somethig I've fod anywhere else.”
“I am currently at about 3/4 of the Elements program. I use it as a warmup for my strength work as well as for recovery & extra mobilit work on my off days.
My mobility has improved significantly. But what surprised me most is my everyday movement. I geel like i move with more control and smoother in general.
I'm looking forward to the rest of the program.”
“Elements is not the first fitness-program I was trying out in the last five years but it is the absolut ideal combination for me to get stronger (I couldn't believe how many muscles you use in these apparently "easy" moves), in the same time improve mobility and redescover and improve my whole body.”
“I am approaching 62 and ordered elements many years earlier. I had forgotten about it and decided to re start elements and I am glad I did. It has made a tremendous change in a short period of time without taxing the body. I highly recommend this program”
“I decided to try Elements as a substitution for a Physical Therapy & weight training plan that didn't seem to maximize the time investment nor address my entire body effectively - Body functionality was my main goal. I'm extremely pleased with the decision to this point (20 sessions). My overall flexibility & mobility has improved and reveals itself within my daily activities as my body now does what it's asked.
The program options & adjustments encompass everyone - Each session offers a 15, 30 or 45 minute option and each exercise offers adjustment tips for completion no matter the practicioners current physical level.
It's easy (following the program) while also being exertive and effective. It's been a daily must for me.”
“Elements will work your entire body! I’m a long time cyclist and require a work out that focuses on the entire of the body. What I really appreciate about the program is that each time I work my way through it, I get incrementally better at the movements. The movements are challenging, so when Ryan emphasizes quality over quantity, he means it. It’s great that you can do this workout anywhere, heck sometimes I just wear whatever clothes I have on and there’s no equipment needed.”
“I've been consistently exercising for 20 years (I'm in my early 40s). Despite being in great shape, I would wake up with aches and pains. That's when I decided to try GMB. I had concerns at first: it wasn't challenging enough; it wouldn't build strength; it wouldn't be enough cardio work; etc. I've now been using GMB (Elements and Integral Strength) for 2.5 months, and I am extremely happy I made the decision to go wtih a non-traditional exercise program. My shoulders, elbows, hips and knees feel way better, my range of motion has improved, as has my balance and control of my body. To my surprise, I've also developed more definition in my shoulders and quads, despite not moving any weight in the traditional sense. And while I started with the 45-minute Elements sessions (I am on the general track), I now find doing 30-minutes is enough. I do sprinkle in biking or running for cardio work, but I am overall extremely happy with GMB and the Elements program because I feel like I am in control of my body, pushing it in ways I never have before, yet always feeling physical good (or even great!) when I wake up in the morning.”
