What Is Functional Fitness? A Beginner’s Guide for Women in Their 30s, 40s, and Beyond
What Is Functional Fitness? A Beginner’s Guide for Women in Their 30s, 40s, and Beyond
A Farm Girl Fitness participant engaged in a Strength & Stretch session, demonstrating focused lifting technique.
When most people hear "fitness," they imagine treadmills or intense gym sessions. But at Farm Girl Fitness, we’re all about functional fitness - a form of movement that helps you feel strong, capable, and confident in real life.
So, what is functional fitness?
What is Functional Fitness?
Functional fitness focuses on movements that mimic daily life: lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and rotating. It’s not about isolating one muscle group, it’s about working your body as a whole to move better, feel stronger, and reduce the risk of injury.
Think of it as training for life:
Lifting feed bags = deadlifts
Gardening = squats and lunges
Chasing after kids or dogs = agility and core control
Why It Matters for Women 30+
Farm Girl Fitness member lifting during a Strength & Stretch class.
Your 30s and 40s bring hormonal changes, increased stress, and shifting energy that affect how your body feels. Beginner strength training with functional workouts can help improve:
Bone density: Strength training strengthens your bones, helping to prevent age-related loss.
Joint health: Functional movements increase joint stability and reduce pain or stiffness.
Balance and coordination: Regular training enhances your body’s ability to stay steady and avoid falls.
Metabolism: Building muscle boosts your metabolism, supporting healthy weight management.
What Makes Farm Girl Fitness Different
Here, we bring functional fitness to life, literally. Our Classes blend traditional training with farm-inspired movements, and we meet you exactly where you're at in your journey. No judgment. Just movement that works.
Farm Girl Fitness member lifting during a DEKA Circuit with coach Ry Claxton.
Ready to Get Started?
Start with small, consistent steps. Try bodyweight squats, overhead carries (even with laundry baskets!), or wall push-ups.
Want a guided approach? Join a beginner class at Farm Girl Fitness with a two-week unlimited trial pass or check out other membership options that suit your needs.
