What does the FMS (Functional Movement Screen) evaluate?

The Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is designed to evaluate an individual's movement patterns and functional mobility. It consists of a series of tests that assess how well a person moves through basic functional movements such as squats, lunges, and reaching tasks.

The purpose of the FMS is to identify limitations or asymmetries in movement patterns that could lead to injury or affect athletic performance. By focusing on these fundamental movements, the FMS helps practitioners understand an individual's movement competency, which is essential for developing appropriate training programs and interventions.

This assessment allows for the optimization of an athlete's movement efficiency and injury prevention strategies, highlighting its role in enhancing functional mobility. Other options, such as body composition or aerobic capacity, do not fall within the scope of the FMS, which specifically targets the evaluation of physical movements rather than physiological or compositional factors.