What are primal patterns?

Primal patterns refer to fundamental human movement patterns that are considered essential to human functionality. These primal patterns include walking, squatting, lunging, hip hinging (bending), twisting (like throwing), pulling, pushing, and gait (which encompasses walking, jogging, or sprinting). According to Sal Di Stefano, these patterns are critical for muscle building, fat burning, and body sculpting. They are the basis for the most effective exercises discussed in their programming, making them a central aspect of physical training 1.