The Approach
The biomechanics science behind the approach
We address the cause, not the symptom.
What Is Human Biomechanics?
Human biomechanics studies how the body moves, manages forces, and coordinates its different segments during movement.
By analyzing posture and gait, we can identify the underlying causes of pain, stiffness, and reduced physical performance.
At Athens Biomechanics, we approach the body as one integrated system.
We do not focus only on the area where pain or restriction appears. Instead, we examine the overall movement pattern to understand how the body organizes movement and where compensations may occur.
By analyzing posture, gait, and movement patterns, we can identify limitations that affect movement quality, contribute to the development of symptoms, and influence physical performance.
What We Do
1. Posture and
Movement Assessment
We analyze:
posture
gait
history of pain or injuries
limitations and asymmetries
fundamental movement patterns
The assessment forms the foundation for creating a personalized intervention plan.
2. Myofascial Release and Breathing
When tension, stiffness, or movement restrictions are present, appropriate myofascial decompression and release techniques are used to reduce tension in the fascia — a system closely connected to musculoskeletal function and the body’s overall health.
This release process helps prepare the body for changes in movement patterns.
3.
Corrective Exercises
and Movement Retraining
The core of the intervention focuses on changing the way the body organizes movement.
Through targeted corrective exercises, we train the body to manage posture, weight transfer, rotation, and coordination between different body segments more effectively.
The goal is to improve how the entire body works together within functional movement patterns.
As the body progresses, the exercises gradually become more dynamic and more complex.
THE BENEFITS
What Can Be Improved
Pain
Posture
Gait
Balance
Mobility
Neurological Function
Performance
Sleep
Energy
The Functional
Patterns Methodology
The primary methodology applied at Athens Biomechanics is Functional Patterns, which is regarded worldwide as one of the most effective approaches for addressing musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.
The Functional Patterns method was founded in 2006 by CEO Naudi Aguilar. It is a training system focused on human biomechanics and the development of movement patterns associated with fundamental human functions.
The approach is organized around four foundational movements:
1. Standing
The body’s ability to organize itself efficiently against gravity forms the foundation upon which more dynamic movement patterns are developed.
2. Walking
Walking requires coordinated weight transfer, alternating limb movement, and rotation throughout the entire body.
3. Running
As speed and the forces placed on the body increase, so do the demands for coordination, stability, and efficient force production.
4. Throwing
Throwing requires force to be transferred through the entire body and represents one of the most complex examples of human rotational movement.
These four functions form the FP First Four: Standing, Walking, Running & Throwing.
Your Journey
Depending on your starting point and your goals, the process progresses through different levels:
1
Assessment
2
Biomechanics Foundation
The foundations of corrective
movement and movement retraining.
The foundations of corrective movement and movement retraining.
3
Body Reset
Transition to more dynamic movement
and further development of movement patterns.
Transition to more dynamic movement and further development of movement patterns.
4
Functional Performance
Higher-intensity and more advanced biomechanical
training aimed at improving performance.
Higher-intensity and more advanced biomechanical
training aimed at improving performance.
A journey that evolves with you.
Not everyone needs to
follow the same training approach.
One person may begin with pain and require very basic movement retraining, while another may need higher-intensity training to improve performance.
