The GMB Method

Our Key Values

Introducing The GMB Method

● Your body is how you interface with the world around you. Learning to use it better makes you more effective in everything you do.

● Physical challenges based in mindful, embodied, complex movements develop creativity, physical autonomy, and confidence.

● Life is too short to make your body an enemy, so allow your training to be fun.

GMB Programs Hinge On 5 Key Values

1. Knowledge of your own body - what you can and cannot do2. Progressive development of movement skills covering a

wide range of activities3. Focused training cycles that build complementary skills

and attributes over time4. Training the appropriate abilities for the movements you

want to perform without arbitrary fixations5. Being able to fulfill your responsibilities to your family and

society and have an enjoyable existence

+ Origin & Development:

Founder Background:● Shared - Martial Arts● Ryan - Gymnastics, Fitness● Jarlo - Physical Therapy, Yoga● Andy - Education

Every program was created in response to demand - GMB is based on listening to what real people tell us they want to learn.

Constant Improvement:● 5 Years, 10k Clients, 20+ Products● Active Solicitation of Feedback● Frequent Iterations & Updates● Public Case Studies and Reviews

We are always learning from our clients and peers and using that experience to improve our methods and programs.

1. Prioritize Learning Your Body

● Practice mindfulness in each movement● Adjust daily intensity to your current ability and

recovery level● Pay attention to your own experience to develop self-

knowledge and confidence in your abilities● You mind and body need down time to recover /

rebuild and process new learning● Manage physical, mental, and emotional stresses

2. Move from Simple to Complex Skills

● Practice and refine basic patterns to build the mind-body connection

● Simpler movements are inherently safer while developing new skills

● Keep trying interesting and more complex variations to keep things fun and avoid stagnation

3. Follow Natural Cycles in Training

● Life works in cycles, so training MUST follow suit● Every tool or tactic has advantages and disadvantages

that can be applied strategically - but not all at once● Skill work is applied strength work, so you never “lose

your gains” with quality practice● Focus on fewer goals yields faster progress on all your

goals

4. Develop Attributes for Your Goals

● There’s no level of strength, flexibility, or stamina that is appropriate for all people

● Develop the physical capabilities required to achieve your goal abilities

● Understand that being “good enough” at one thing lets you be better at another thing

● We’re all different, so find what works for you, and don’t be surprised if your goals change over time

5. Be a Good Person

● Training can’t interfere with your responsibilities to your community, so be sure it fits your social roles as well as your training goals

● We all have a different mix of circumstances, so comparing ourselves with others isn’t helpful

● It’s important to be a good person, and fully owning your body gives you more opportunities to contribute

Applying the GMB Method

● Just “knowing” the ideas that comprise this method won’t do a damn thing for you.

● Do, Notice, Reflect - then do some more.● You must take responsibility for making quality

decisions about your health and lifestyle.● There’s no final goal - just keep taking steps.

+ Put It To Work:

1. Accept yourself as you currently are, with all your limitations, obligations, and insecurities.

2. Commit to giving yourself a few minutes each day to explore what your body can do.

3. Pay attention to what you feel and where you’d like more ability or less restriction.

4. Focus on improving whichever goal seems most interesting or attainable.

Please remember:

● There’s no reason to make it any more complicated than that.

● Just play your own game and keep playing it in whatever way you find most satisfying.

● Get help if you need it. That’s what we’re here for.

That’s all. Thanks for your attention.