MINIMALIST uses dumbbells, a bench/box, and pull-up bar, or see the bodyweight-only workshop for alternatives.

The other tracks use free weights such as barbells/plates, DBs, KBs, etc. and a rower, bike, or similar alternative.

Substitution info is provided.

PUMP LIFT also includes machine options found at conventional gyms.

Within Persist, you can train on your schedule with a variety of options ranging from 3-5 days per week, plus optional active recovery work.

You can follow the programs on your timeline - and the 3 day tracks are full body, so if you have an inconsistent schedule you don't have to worry about keeping up with an upper/lower training split.

60 minutes or less for PILLARS or MINIMALIST, 60-75 minutes typically for PERFORM or PUMP. Each workout includes Short on Time notes if you need to get it in quicker.

Persist also comes with the PUMP 40 workshop for 40-minute muscle-building sessions.

Persist includes 4 ongoing tracks (PUMP LIFT, PUMP CONDITION, MINIMALIST, and PERFORM). Most athletes start with PUMP LIFT 3 days per week, or the FBB 101 Workshop if you're a beginner.

You can take a quick quiz in the app to find your starting place, or schedule a complimentary onboarding call to eliminate any guesswork.

Persist includes a bonus Nutrition Resource Library to teach you sustainable ways to fuel your training. No fad diets – our approach works with any eating style and is based on quantity, quality, and protein. You’ll also receive the Practical Protein Ebook for recipes and tips for getting more of the most important macro.

Of course! Functional Bodybuilding welcomes participants of all genders. We also have many couples in our community. Refer a friend to include your special someone and get a discount for both of you

Join the Functional Bodybuilding Facebook group to chat with tens of thousands of fellow athletes in our active, moderated community. And you can chat about the workouts in the app Community Board as well.

Yes! In addition to the app, you’ll receive a weekly pdf of training if you need to work out away from online access, or prefer not to have your phone with you.

Yes! You'll get access to our native app for iOS and Android after signup, and it's also viewable from a web browser.

Marcus Filly founded Functional Bodybuilding in 2017 after competing in the CrossFit Games 6 times. He writes all the workouts drawing on his vast experience as an athlete, gym owner, and coach for 20+ years. Dr. Adam Fetter, DPT, assists with mobility work to keep your body humming.