THE HUMAN BY DESIGN SYSTEM
Human by Design is based on this perspective - our existence is the expression of the seamless interaction between organism and the surrounding environment. The basis for this experience is the human genome, which is the physical design associated with our species. This genome was sculpted by a unique foraging existence on the savannas of Pleistocene Africa, our ancestral environment, over one million years ago.
When exposed to ancestral environmental conditions, our genome is appropriately expressed - producing an existence characterized by optimal health and well-being. It is an existence defined by vibrant health, performance, confidence and contentment. This is the existence for which we are designed.
Human by Design approaches the interaction between organism and environment from three elements of existence: Awareness, Movement and Ingestion. These elements are fully integrated, synergistic and ultimately seamless.
Human by Design was specifically constructed to be simple, efficient and effective. It requires minimum investments of money, space and time. As a result, there are no excuses for achieving optimal health and wellbeing.
AWARENESS
Zazen is the direct experience of reality, here and now. When fully engaged in the act of sitting, we experience reality as it truly is. This experience is the complete and balanced functioning of mind. Zazen practice enables us to realize this experience, moment to moment, restoring Awareness as designed.
Are you Aware?
MOVEMENT
A functional movement practice includes movement patterns and qualities that are associated with our species. An emphasis is placed on developing proprioception, balance, agility, strength, power, endurance and flexibility. These qualities are integrated with fundamental human movement patterns. The outcome is optimal physical performance.
Can you move freely and easily?
INGESTION
Paleolithic nutrition involves ingesting food sources that are appropriate for our design. It is based on the ancestral dietary strategy, which involved the ingestion of Pleistocene sources of plant and animal matter in particular proportions and combinations. The outcome of implementing Paleolithic nutrition principles is optimal digestion.
Are you giving your body what it needs?