Movement: Functional Movement Systems: Screening, Assessment, Corrective Strategies

Before I purchasing this book, I thought I will learn how to do the so called FMS screen, what to do when screen failed , and why. but the author took 23% of the book talk about movements, wordily and repeatedly. he uses sentence like 'movement and movements', my god, why don't you use 'he, she or they'. Finally, he mentioned how to do screen in detail, then I was eager to learn what to do when I failed certain test. To my disappoint, the author only gives 'strategy' and no sample was provided.it's like you buying a cooking book, the author spend 23% of the book talking about his cooking philosophy, then teach you how to pick ingredient. Then he teaches you 'cooking strategy'.also, if the author remove all the repeated content, this book will be far less than 400 pages, for example, chapter 5, chapter 6 and appendix all has FMS test, why waste reader's time listing the same material?finally, looking at so many good reviews on Amazon and goodreads.com, clearly I am not the audience of this book, Maybe one day after I will find a better way to learn FMS then I will appreciate it more, but I still consider this book is poorly written.

I understand both how and why some people may be overwhelmed by this book. It is quite comprehensive and probably not suited for the beginning practitioner.For many, this work may raise more questions than it answers.However, this reformation of approach to fitness training and the healing arts is nothing short of genius.Granted, as comprehensive as 'Movement' is, when you have finished reading you are not even half way down the rabbit hole.There is a series of tools available for you to begin to master the processes of correctives.Personally, after being a fitness professional for over 20 years I have thoroughly incorporated the concepts from this book and FMS certification into my practice. I look forward to further research into the usage of the functional movement screen.Kudos to the author on his concepts and principles.

Great book!.Tons of content, but all of it is simplified to achieve a single goal, to move our bodies.This not a book with a list of corrective exercises, nor does it have an anatomy map to pick on isolated muscles.It's all about moving with full (normal) range of mothion in all joints, in all postures and positions.I would recomend this book to all trainers, PT's and coaches. Who want their clients to move faster, move efficiently, move for longevity and for rehab.

I think it's safe to say this book's verdict is out: it's excellent. There is gold here just in getting more ways to relate the concepts to patients/clients because Cook does a great job giving analogies. There is some repetition, but it feels like repeating key concepts and/or allowing chapters to stand on their own. It's not a book you just sit down and read. You have to take notes, think about what he's saying, and even take time to do more research. Cook's website movementbook.com has loads of supplemental information and getting certified in FMS allows you access to forums.I bought the Kindle version a couple of years ago, and I rebought the book to get the PDF version from the publisher's website (otpbooks.com). You get the Kindle and ePub formats as well for the same price. It's sometimes difficult to read textbooks in Kindle format, but it's nice to have there since it's smaller and more portable than an iPad. I think textbooks are better suited to stay in PDF format because the pictures and diagrams make sense.

Impressive. And worth your time. Expect a book filled with useful info and data. It’s almost an academic book. This is a study. It’s not an easy read for those looking for simple recommendations.You’ll need a lot of time and write in the margin.In the end, it’s worth it. Every page.

A muscle maybe strong in isolation but dysfunctional in conjunction due to timing/coordination. It's not a "strength " problem, it can be a neurological timing problem.

Although the concepts of this book are nothing new, evaluating human movement, running this process through a filter like the FMS & SFMA forces us all to see things from a new perspective.Gray Cook takes the position of “using what works for you” and not “my way or the highway”, which is quite honestly one of the more appealing aspects of this “Movement “ approach! Thank you for standing up for what you believe in, leaning into the punches thrown at you from critics, and moving on with your principles!

I would recommend this book to anyone interested in human movement patterns & wanting to look past the isolated ways anatomy is typically studied in higher education. Grey Cook connects functional movement patterns with intellectual/scientific knowledge and makes a strong argument for more cohesive analysis of human movement among various disciplines/professions. Maybe someday insurance policy writers will recognize these philosophies, so when someone comes in for back pain I don't have to work so hard to help them understand that neck/foot/whatever issues ARE related AND relevant!

The whole premise of the book is to have an objective system and understanding to work against. Whilst Gray Cook's knowledge is incredible I felt the book was lacking a "do this" type recommendations...although I understand Grays reluctance to do this and his reasons for this I cannot help but feel disappointed. Grays knowledge has definitely made me question my own practice and my decisions for my programming with my athletes as well as my system...but the book provides more questions than answers. Although a useful read it could have been a lot shorter

Productive and usefull for anyone who moves.. So everybody. But especially for those who deal with developing movement, ecquiring skills or rehabilitation.There are insight ls and valuable lessons here for everyone as movers but as learners or doers. Masters of any subject can provided us with insights in to all subjects.

I bought this book on a recommendation from an experienced trainer in Kettlebells and primal Move. It is easily the most detailed book on movement and function I have ever seen with an incredible amount of detail contained. The information contained is exhaustive and comprehensive but be warned it is not an easy read and will require being read several times to get the most out of this. The only reason I have for not giving it 5 stars is the fact that the writing style does not make it easy to find information quickly. As long as you are not under illusions that this is a quick reference or a beginners guide then this is the best book you will ever find on functional movement theory and testing.

Very in depth book, probably of great benefit to Physio's, as it shows loads of physical tests for muscles, not really something you can just pick up and read, i would say its more of a reference text.I brought this to learn more about movement and with a view to increase the efficiently of my workouts, not being a medical person, this could take a while to digest the information involved, so i can apply it to exercise.

This is a must-read for anyone who wants to educate movement, fitness, on any permutation inbetween. Looking forward to reading his next book too!