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Functional Movement is essentially kinesiology which is the scientific study of how the body initiates and controls movement. This process begins with the nervous system and utilises many different body systems and components. In order to understand functional movement/kinesiology, it is necessary to have a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology as it relates to movement.

Having a good understanding of anatomy and physiology and how it impacts upon functional movement helps fitness professionals to:

As you observe your client's functional movement patterns, proceed along standard guidelines while seeking to identify possible joint mobility or movement restrictions in dynamic posture.

There are two types of variances that can affect posture:

• Structural - Relates to the various components of the human body, otherwise known as anatomy. It is concerned with asking questions such as "What is that?" and "Where is it located?"

As a Personal Trainer, you will have different objectives for your clients. Objectives are designed to achieve agreed-upon fitness outcomes consistent with exercise technique standards. These fitness plans for clients may include increasing endurance, muscle building, pain reduction and weight loss.