The Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is popular with many personal trainers—but not so much with researchers. A recent systematic review suggests the FMS isn’t a great tool for predicting injury: Do Functional Movement Screen (FMS) Composite Scores Predict Subsequent Injury? A Systematic Review with Meta-AnalysisAuthors: RW Moran, AG Schneiders, J Mason, SJ Sullivan Aim: To…

Clients hire you for a specific purpose, and your success ultimately depends on the effectiveness of your training programs. The first thing to consider when designing a program is the training goal—this single factor trumps all others. For instance, an individual with recurring shoulder pain and extremely poor posture may approach you with the goal…