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Functional vs. Hypertrophic training are often misunderstood or tossed around without much clarity. Lets talk about it.

1. Hypertrophic Training = Muscle Growth Focused
* The goal here is to increase muscle size.
* Think of bodybuilders — they train to sculpt, grow, and isolate muscles.
* Uses moderate to heavy weights, often 8–12 reps per set.
* Exercises tend to be isolation-focused (bicep curls, leg extensions).

2. Functional Training = Real-Life Strength & Movement
* The goal is to improve how your body moves and performs in real life.
* Think athletes, firefighters, dads carrying kids and groceries up stairs.
* Uses compound movements (multiple muscles at once).
* Focuses on balance, coordination, flexibility, and strength across planes of motion.

If you want to build size, choose hypertrophy. This is the type of training that will hep you reach the aesthetics you are looking for.

If you want to feel stronger in day to day activities (hiking, sports, playing with the kids) then functional training might be the way to go.

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