Exercise Science Set 3

FMS: Deep Squat

• Total body mechanics

• Assess bilateral, symmetrical, functional mobility of the hips, knees and ankles

• Dowel overhead assesses bilateral, symmetrical mobility of shoulders and thoracic spine

FMS: Hurdle Step

• Stride mechanics during stepping motion

• Proper coordination and stability between hips and torso

• Assesses bilateral functional mobility and stability of the hips, knees and ankles

FMS: In-Line Lunge

• Stresses simulated during rotational, decelerating and lateral movements

• Challenges body’s trunk and extremities to resist rotation and maintain proper alignment

• Assesses hip and ankle mobility and stability, quadriceps flexibility and knee stability

FMS: Shoulder Mobility

• Assesses bilateral shoulder ROM

• Normal scapular mobility and thoracic spine extension

FMS: Active Straight Leg Raise

• Ability to disassociate the lower extremity while maintaining stability in the torso

• Assesses active hamstring and gastroc-soleus flexibility while maintaining a stable pelvis and active extension in opp. leg

FMS: Trunk Stability Push-Up

• Stabilize spine in an anterior and posterior plane

• Assesses trunk stability in the sagittal plane

FMS: Rotary Stability

• Neuromuscular coordination and energy transfer from one segment of body to another via torso

• Assesses multi-plane trunk stability during upper and lower extremity motion

Exercise Physiologist

• ACSM organization

• Bachelor degree, CPR and AED certified

• Do physical assessments and develop physical exercise programs

Athletic Trainer

• NATA organization

• Masters from CAATE program

• Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation

Physical Therapist

• CAPTE program

• APTA organization

• Design care plans, hands on therapy

Strength and Conditioning Coach

• Bachelor Degree or Senior status of CASCE program

• NSCA organization

• Help athletes of all ages, maximize performance by designing programs, conduct sports specific testing