Physiology First Online

Experience Your Potential! 

Join The Movement!

Access to our interactive learning platform | Monthly live Q&As | An empowering approach to improving mental and physical fitness

Weekly Lesson in Health, Fitness, and Human Potential

Join the Physiology First Online community and get access to weekly articles, podcast episodes, and workouts to help you experience your full potenmtial. New learning theme every month. January theme: The Benefits of Barefoot Training 

Join the evolution!

Physiology First University Online: An Education in Health and Human Potential

 

  • Fun, educational health and fitness programs from beginner to advanced.
  • Access to our Physiology First Foundations program.
  • A supportive community to learn and train with!
Join the evolution!

Winter Membership

Drive: First 50 people to join get a PFU tee shirt and a pulse oximeter!

What Members Love About Our Performance Lab
“Physiology First’s Performance Lab is a unique studio and wellness center like no other “gym” I’ve ever been to. The group workouts are barefoot, targeted interval and weight training that has gotten me stronger and healthier than I thought I could be at this age. I love the emphasis on nasal breathing and encouragement to sauna/cold plunge after each workout. Some of the equipment is new to me and it’s been truly fun to learn new ways of pushing my own limits. It is worth the long drive I make to go each week and I feel lucky to have found it by word of mouth!”
Dawn Charnetzky

” I first came to The Physiology First Performance Lab because I needed something new to get me out of an exercise plateau. I knew I was in the right place when the ‘regulars’ in my first class were absolutely shredded and there was a section of the workout just for pull-ups. That may sound intimidating, but David does a great job of breaking down the fundamentals of each movement and the support and camaraderie from other members is unbeatable. You’ll have the opportunity to quantifiably track your progress so the only person you need to compete with is yourself. I still can’t do a pull-up on my own yet, but every day I go to The Distance Project/Physiology First Performance Lab, I know I’m getting stronger and a little bit closer to achieving that goal.”
Kelly Finnegan

“Over the course of my time training at Physiology First, I have grown in overt ways: I am stronger each year, less injury prone, and have trained for and completed endurance distance runs–up to 100 miles–that I had not considered possible previously.

However, what is likely the most profound impact of my time at Physiology First–and the root of the changes noted above–is a significantly greater awareness of my body positioning and breath.

Developing an understanding of the relationship between the two has enabled me to address weaknesses and eliminate lower back pain.

Furthermore, a more comprehensive understanding of the link between my breath and physiology has given me a tool that helps me in athletics and in my daily life.”

Emily Grimm

“I joined Physiology First roughly two years ago with the intention of building my strength and endurance. I’ve stayed for the supportive community as much as the training and learning experience. I really love the improvement that barefoot training and learning more about my breathing has brought to my running and fitness game.”
Kailey Edwards

“I’ve been a member of Physiology First for a little over 4 years. In this time I’ve found it to be utterly transformative. I’ve gotten stronger, more resilient, and more flexible. I’ve gotten great results in my ultra-running and other endurance training, and best of all I’ve been able to join an amazing community of people who inspire each other to be stronger, better, and more compassionate human beings.”
Ian Ramsey

What Students Are Saying About Physiology First University

Local students attend day programs and after school programs at our campus in Freeport, Maine. Youth from around the world learn from our Physiology First Team through our online coaching program.

“Learning about my breathing has really helped lower my anxiety and feelings of stress, as well as improved my athletic capabilities. It’s been super beneficial.”

Ben Meza

“Every time I use the ice bath I learn something new about myself. I gain mental clarity and a sense of presence that I can take into the rest of my life.”

Delilah Hastings

“Since learning more about my body and breath at Physiology First University I feel so much calmer, and so much more confident.”

Daisy Brewer

“Physiology First University taught me about the power of my body and breath. I’ve used these skills in school, sport, and every area of my life.”

Leighton Doyle

Our Services

We offer an education in health and human potential.  Our curriculum for schools, alternative education, and families was built to help you unlock the mental and physical potential of this generation-and the next!

Online Services: Professional development and curriculum design for schools and families. Join Physiology First Online today!

In-person Services: A data-based coaching experience designed for your body and your goals. Experience our sauna, cold plunge, Vo2 max testing, group classes, and private training. All services are free for teens as part of our mission to help the next generation learn about their physiology, first.

Listen to Physiology First University President

David Bidler on the Live Better, Feel More Podcast with Dr. Rangan Chatterjee

Play Podcast

Contact Now