Move Better, Live Stronger: How Functional Movement and Athleisure Jewelry Empower Women

What Is Functional Movement—and Why Does It Matter?

Functional movement is a fitness approach designed to mimic the way we naturally move in everyday life. Rather than isolating muscles with repetitive gym routines, functional movement trains your body for real-world activities—lifting, reaching, squatting, twisting—with better strength, flexibility, and control.

These movements aren’t just about looking fit; they’re about being capable. Whether you’re lifting your toddler, hiking with friends, or carrying groceries upstairs, functional movement builds the kind of strength that makes life easier and more enjoyable.

Functional movement training focuses on everyday strength and mobility

How Functional Movement Is Different from Traditional Workouts

Unlike traditional strength training—which often isolates one muscle group at a time—functional movement focuses on integrating multiple muscles, joints, and planes of motion at once. It’s rooted in balance, coordination, and core stability.

This kind of training also reduces the risk of injury because it prioritizes proper form, posture, and mobility. It teaches your body how to move well—now and for years to come.

If you’ve ever wondered, Is functional movement just another fitness trend? The answer is no. It’s a long-term solution to long-term strength. And for women especially, it’s a game-changer.

Pvolve has combined functional movement with patented resistance tools for an effective workout

Why Pvolve Is the Functional Movement Program Every Woman Should Try

One of the most trusted programs in this space is Pvolve, a revolutionary low-impact fitness method designed around functional movement. What makes Pvolve unique is its focus on sculpting strength from the inside out—working with your body, not against it.

Here’s why women of all ages swear by it:

• Get strong & toned: Pvolve activates both large and small muscle groups for full-body sculpting—defined abs, toned arms, lifted glutes, and long, lean muscles.

• No pain, all gain: Ditch the "no pain, no gain" mindset. Pvolve leaves you feeling energized, not broken. It’s joint-friendly and ideal for postpartum, recovery, or injury-prone bodies.

• Longevity-focused: Pvolve is clinically proven to improve mobility, flexibility, stability, and balance—essential for aging strong and staying active.

• Feminine and functional: This method targets deep stabilizer muscles that support posture and graceful movement.

• Train anywhere: Stream workouts from home or take live classes at their studios across the country.

Many women, myself included, have found Pvolve not just transformative—but healing. After surgeries, hormone shifts, or burnout, Pvolve brings you back to yourself. And best of all? You get stronger in the ways that matter most.

Tula Blue’s waterproof athleisure jewelry is designed to move with you

Athleisure Jewelry: Made to Move, Just Like You

Just like your movement routine, your jewelry should move with you too. That’s where athleisure jewelry comes in. It’s jewelry designed for real life—not just dressing up.

At Tula Blue, we call it adventure-ready jewelry because it’s built for active, on-the-go lifestyles: workouts, travel, ocean swims, or simply daily wear.

Why Tula Blue’s athleisure jewelry stands out:

• Hand-spun from nautical-grade rope, originally designed for sailboat rigging

• 100% waterproof, sweatproof, and lifeproof

• Comfortable enough to wear 24/7—yes, even in the shower or ocean

• Elevated with real gemstones and freshwater pearls for effortless beauty

Tula Blue’s waterproof athleisure jewelry is designed to move with you

Functional Movement Meets Functional Style

Just like functional movement, Tula Blue is about freedom. The freedom to move without restriction. To live without compromise. To feel strong and look beautiful—without sacrificing comfort or durability.

Because when you invest in strength that supports your lifestyle—and jewelry that keeps up with it—you’re not just accessorizing. You’re affirming who you are: capable, powerful, and always in motion.

Want to Feel Your Best? Start Moving and Layering

If you're beginning your functional movement journey, I recommend starting with a Pvolve class. You can try streaming workouts with a 14-day free trial when you purchase equipment—or take advantage of intro studio offers like 3 classes for a low rate.

I started with just the P.Band, then added the Signature Bundle (30-day trial), and eventually the Total Transformation Bundle (6 months of streaming). I now travel with the new Sculpt Anywhere Travel Bundle. I’m all in. I do 99% at home, but I’ve also taken studio classes at Pvolve Downtown Austin and even trained with Maeve McEwen.

This shift toward functional movement was part of a bigger decision I made: to say yes to adventure—at any age. I recently shared this in a Shondaland feature, reflecting on how I started small:

“I bought a weighted vest and an interesting-looking armband from Facebook Marketplace and walked around the neighborhood looking like a true perimenopausal warrior. But it worked… One step led to another… This health journey? It might be the most important adventure I’ve taken yet. And one that will enable me to keep adventuring.”

And of course, don’t forget the functional jewelry that keeps up—like our Pearl Riptide Bracelet. It’s a stackable, summer-ready stunner that reminds you how strong, beautiful and capable you are.

Explore more of our Athleisure Jewelry Collection to find your perfect match.