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Ben Patrick, known professionally as "Knees Over Toes Guy," is an American fitness entrepreneur and author. He is best known for developing “Knee Ability," a specialized program among a set of training programs designed to "help individuals increase strength and mobility in their body while reducing the risk of injury," according to Patrick. He has been described as "a social-media sensation/knee-rehab guru whose training methods promise to end knee pain and juice athletic ability." by writers at Men's Health Magazine

Patrick's approach is to "balance the body through exercise by strengthening the muscles and tendons around the joints," which is done through the use of bodyweight exercises, strength training, and corrective exercises. Patrick is also the founder of the “Athletic Truth Group," or ATG.

He has gained a large following on social media platforms such as Instagram and Youtube, where he regularly shares tips and insights on fitness and wellness.

Patrick has also authored several books, including "Knee Ability Zero" and "ATG For Life." He has been featured in several notable media, including the Joe Rogan Experience and Men's Health

Patrick's training methods have been adopted by professional athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and physical therapists around the world.

Early life and education
Ben Patrick was born on June 24, 1991, in Menlo Park, California. Growing up, he was always interested in basketball. However, his passion for fitness began when he suffered a serious knee injury during his senior year of high school basketball. The injury sparked his interest in studying Kinesiology and rehabilitation.

Patrick attended Eastern Florida State College from 2012-2014. It was around this time that Patrick began to develop his own approach to training and rehabilitating knee injuries. He synthesized his academic knowledge with his personal experiences to create “Knee Ability," which has since gained popularity among well-known athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

Athletic background
Ben Patrick's athletic background has played a significant role in shaping his fitness philosophy. As a high school basketball player, he suffered from intense knee pain and later had a serious knee injury that required surgery and extensive rehabilitation. This experience inspired him to study kinesiology and develop a better understanding of the human body.

Patrick went on to become a certified personal trainer and worked with a wide range of clients, including professional athletes and individuals with various injuries. He continues to hone his approach to training, which emphasizes "building strength and mobility in the body while minimizing stress on the joints."

Patrick competed in collegiate basketball as an NJCAA athlete. His experiences as an athlete have informed his training philosophy and helped him develop a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with different types of sports and activities.

Knee Ability
“Knee Ability” is a training program developed by Ben Patrick that focuses on "building strength and mobility in the body while reducing the risk of joint injuries."

The program combines bodyweight exercises, resistance training, and corrective exercises "to improve the strength and function of the muscles and tendons in and around various joints."

The program is based on the concept of "knees over toes," which involves placing one’s knees over their toes in an effort to gain more strength in this, typically weak, range of motion. Patrick claims that "this approach also helps the individual learn to distribute weight evenly throughout the lower body and, as a result, reduce stress on the knee joint." Furthermore, he states "this method does not only apply to joints in the knees but is also applied to joints in other areas such as the shoulders, hips, back, etc."

The “Knee Ability” program has gained popularity among athletes and fitness enthusiasts for its emphasis on functional strength and injury prevention. The program is characterized as being "designed to be adaptable to different fitness levels and can be customized based on individual goals and needs and even paired with other programs."

Ben Patrick has authored several books on the "Knee Ability" and related programs, including "Knee Ability Zero" and "ATG For Life" He also offers online coaching and training programs through his website utilized by over 30,000 people.

Media presence and impact
Known as the “Knees Over Toes Guy” on social media, Ben has gained significant media attention and a dedicated following through his unique approach to fitness and injury prevention. His social media presence, including Instagram and YouTube, has helped to spread awareness of “Knee Ability” to a wider audience.

Patrick has been featured in several notable media, including the Joe Rogan Experience. and Men's Health

The popularity of the "Knee Ability" program has led to the development of a community of followers who share their progress and experiences on social media using the hashtag #kneesovertoes. Patrick has also developed a certification program to train other trainers and coaches on his method.

Through his dedication to promoting functional strength and injury prevention, Ben Patrick has become a "leading figure in the fitness industry and an inspiration to many.

Criticisms and controversies
Despite its popularity, the "Knee Ability” program has faced some criticisms and controversies within the fitness community.

Some experts have expressed concerns about the potential risks of placing too much stress on the knees when exercising, while others have criticized the lack of scientific evidence to support the effectiveness of the method.

Ben Patrick has responded to these criticisms by emphasizing the importance of proper form and technique in performing the exercises, in addition to highlighting the positive results reported by many of his clients and followers. He has also acknowledged the need for further research to fully understand the potential benefits and risks of the "Knee Ability" program.