Primal Ignitor is, no doubt, the best warmup you're not doing.
The main focus with any proper warmup, is "igniting" the Central Nervous System. Think of this as you giving your brain, and body, the "... Read More
Primal Ignitor 2.0
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Overview
Overview - Primal Ignitor Components:
Primal Ignitor Components:
1. Mobilization: Enhance Joint Movement
Start by improving your range of motion and preparing your joints for the activity ahead. This step focuses on key areas like shoulders, spine, and hips, ensuring that your body moves freely and efficiently. Exercises include shoulder circles, hip circles, yoga sequences, and animal movements.
2. Activation: Optimize Central Nervous System (CNS)
The most crucial part of your warm-up. Activating your CNS improves the mind-muscle connection, allowing your brain to communicate more effectively with your muscles. This ensures that you're fully prepared for the demands of your workout. Examples include isometric holds (planks), limb lifts, and contralateral holds.
3. Elevation: Boost Heart Rate & Blood Flow
Elevate your heart rate and increase blood flow to deliver more oxygen to your muscles, getting you mentally and physically ready for training. Simple activities like jogging, rowing, jump rope, or cycling are perfect for this stage.
4. Acceleration: Increase Kinetic Explosivity
Finish strong by performing explosive movements that engage fast-twitch fibers and train your muscles to contract more powerfully. This step strengthens tendons and prepares your body for high-intensity efforts. Exercises include jumping, med ball slams, sprints, and ladder work.
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Pull Prep
Pull Prep Follow Along - Long Form Pull Prep
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This long from video guides you through the entire Pull Prep warm-up in real time!!
Mobilization - Standing Rotations
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Mobilization - Bootstrappers
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Mobilization - Gunslinger
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Mobilization - Knee Hug To Open Gate
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Mobilization - Cobra Toe Touch
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Activation - Crab Activations
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Activation - Traveling Crab
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Activation - Superman To Ironman
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Activation - Crab Reach
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Elevation - Steady State Cardio
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3-6 minutes of steady state cardio: Bike, Run, Row, Ski, etc...
Acceleration - Med Ball Rotational Throw
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Perform 2 sets of 5 reps per side, with DYNAMIC effort!!
Acceleration - Hanging Tuck
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Perform 2 sets of 5-8 reps, with control!!
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Push Prep
Push Prep Follow Along - Long Form Push Prep
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This long from video guides you through the entire Push Prep warm-up in real time!!
Mobilizations - Egyptians
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Mobilizations - Side Bend Reach
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Mobilizations - Prone Scorpions
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Mobilizations - Scapula Push-ups
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Mobilizations - Down Dog To Lizard Lunge
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Activation - Beast Activations
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Activation - Traveling Beast
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Activation - Hollow Body Rockers
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Activation - Beast Reach
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Elevation - Steady State Cardio
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3-6 minutes of steady state cardio: Bike, Run, Row, Ski, etc...
Acceleration - Med Ball Push Or Throw
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Perform 2 sets of 5 reps per side, with DYNAMIC effort!!
Acceleration - Ape Squat Thrust
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Perform 2 sets of 5-8 reps, with control!!
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Squat Prep
Squat Prep Follow Along - Long Form Squat Prep
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This long from video guides you through the entire Push Prep warm-up in real time!!
Mobilization - Shin Box Reach
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Mobilization - Rollback To Straddle
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Mobilization - Hip Bridge Swivel
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Mobilization - Dueling Pigeon
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Mobilization - Adductor Rocks W/ Rotation
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Activation - Lesson 1
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Activation - Lateral Traveling Ape
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Activation - Hamstring Walkouts
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Activation - Lateral Bound Backs
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Perform movement for at least 1 set of 60 seconds.
Elevation - Steady State Cardio
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3-6 minutes of steady state cardio: Bike, Run, Row, Ski, etc...
Acceleration - Med Ball Slam
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Perform 2 sets of 5 reps per side, with DYNAMIC effort!!
Acceleration - Squat Jumps
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Perform 2 sets of 5 reps, with DYNAMIC effort!!
Meet Your Coach
Michael Jay Palser
FUNCTION - MINDSET - PURPOSE
As a Functional Training Specialist, I empower people to reach their peak well-being. Through hybrid strength training and mobility exercises, we unlock your potential, enabling you to move better, feel stronger, and embrace the joy of training in every stride of your journey.
Who's This For
Primal Ignitor is for anyone!
Not only can it be used as a warmup, it can be a standalone mobility practice, and serve as a perfect recovery session.
With 3 separate routines to choose from, you will never have to second guess if you (your brain and body) are ready to go!