A critical look at the Functional Movement Screen and why popular assessment tools should still be questioned when the research does not back the hype.

Resistance exercise, rest intervals, creatine timing, and movement screening all get a practical look in this research roundup. The value is in separating useful coaching takeaways from overhyped conclusions.

The Functional Movement Screen has value, but it is not the final word on movement assessment. John Paul offers a practical take on when assessments help, when they waste time, and how trainers should think for themselves.