How Myofascial Integrated Movement Training Can Enhance Your Personal Training

Cory Cripe, owner of Fitness Lying Down, champions the Myofascial Integrated Movement (MIM) system as a game-changer for his training business and his clients’ results. The MIM system blends mobility, stability, and strength into fluid, functional movement patterns, targeting not just isolated muscles but the entire myofascial network. This holistic approach has allowed Cory’s clients to achieve better mobility, stability, and resilience across all fitness levels, which he credits as a big part of their success.

Cory explains that the key to implementing the MIM program effectively starts with understanding its foundations: it’s about creating connected, functional movement rather than focusing on isolated exercises. He encourages trainers to think beyond individual muscles and focus on how the body works as an interconnected system. MIM’s approach emphasizes movement patterns that engage the core, challenge balance, and require the coordination of multiple body parts, offering a practical way to build strength and resilience for everyday activities and athletic performance alike.

To get the most from MIM, Cory suggests a few essentials. First, he highlights the importance of starting with proper technique in foundational exercises, as many clients initially lack awareness of how to engage their bodies effectively in integrated movement. Building this foundation helps them feel how the movements align across joints, from feet to shoulders. He also recommends trainers emphasize progressive overload—not necessarily by adding weight but by refining coordination and movement quality over time.

One of the common mistakes Cory warns against is rushing through exercises without sufficient control. Since MIM relies heavily on full-body integration, speed can often disrupt form, decreasing both the effectiveness and safety of the movements. He stresses that trainers should ensure clients are moving with precision and intentionality, building strength through mindful engagement with the exercises. Another mistake he sees frequently is overlooking breathing. Proper breathwork is essential in MIM, as it helps stabilize the core and facilitates movement across the myofascial lines. Cory often instructs clients to integrate diaphragmatic breathing to maximize their engagement and support during each movement.

Overall, Cory believes the MIM program has transformed how his clients move and feel in their bodies, helping them build functional strength and resilience. The improvements he’s seen in their everyday function and athletic capabilities prove, to him, that MIM’s holistic approach is not only effective but essential for lasting fitness success.

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