They were likely taking a Functional Movement Screen (FMS) test. It’s one of the oldest and most popular systems for screening for injury risk and athletic performance, using tests of strength, ...

An FMS is designed to assess an individual’s movement patterns and identify areas of dysfunction or weakness. This screening process aims to enhance overall physical performance, prevent injuries and ...

Kinotek assessments measure mobility using 3D visuals. I learned how my desk job is wearing down my body — and strength-training workouts could make it worse.

Functional Movement Screening (FMS) is a systematic evaluation of movement patterns that has become integral to injury risk assessment across a range of populations, from elite athletes to ...

There are nine different factors that the longest-living people in the world have in common, and “natural movement” is number one. We know that exercise is vital to longevity, because it “not only ...

It's a new year, and with it comes New Year's resolutions. Two popular resolutions for 2019 are eating healthier and getting more exercise, but how many of these resolutions will actually stick?

Background The Nine Plus screening battery test (9+) is a series of 11 tests, used to assess limitations in fundamental movement patterns assumed to predispose athletes for injury. Objective To ...

Background The Functional Movement Screen (FMS) protocol consists of 7 tests (Cook & Burton, 2014). At higher values mean higher quality of movement execution. Lower limb functional asymmetry (FA) is ...

As I work on this column, it’s actually Father’s Day. So, a belated happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there. In honor of my father, I thought I would name this column in his memory. However, that ...

Strength training is not solely the domain of bodybuilders; it is a crucial component of health and independence for everyone, particularly as we age. When executed correctly, it plays a pivotal role ...