At All Out Effort, training isn't about being told what to do but learning how to move, trust, and adapt. Our approach to training is similar to that of a referee in sports. We provide the framework—clearly explaining the task, the goal, and potential pitfalls—but we step in only when necessary to ensure safety. This approach gives you the freedom to explore your movements, make adaptations, and develop a deeper connection with your body. This is the best way to prevent injury. Being dependent on others to know the right way to move or what's right for your body will lead to injury. Imagine driving with your eyes closed while someone is giving you directions on how to steer. Yet, in training, people think this will prevent harm. Safety is learning to keep your eyes open and connecting with the road. That's what we teach.
Over time, adaptations add up to what many call athleticism, coordination, strength, flexibility, durability, and even better health. But at its core, it's about something simpler: learning to move better and trust yourself. When you have autonomy in your training, you're more likely to stay motivated and committed, a principle backed by research on self-determination and motivation. Learning through exploration and autonomy is also how the brain learns best and is recommended by modern parenting experts, neuroscientists, educators, and sports psychologists.
The key ingredient is trust. Trust in yourself, trust in your body, trust in your trainers, and trust in the process. We trust our clients to take ownership of their journey. In return, they learn to trust themselves—their abilities, their intuitions, and their potential.
This relationship, built on respect and guidance rather than rigid control, has been the foundation of our success for 17 years. We set the table for progress, but the real growth comes from within. That's what makes our approach unique. It's not just about getting stronger or faster; it’s about finding a connection to movement that lasts a lifetime.
If this approach sounds like what you've been looking for, let’s work together to create a training experience that's as unique as you are.
– Sam
