Medically reviewed by Theresa Marko, PT, DPT, MS Key Takeaways Functional strength training improves your ability to perform daily tasks by enhancing strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility.

Functional movement disorders (FMD), previously referred to as “psychogenic” movement disorders, are characterized by abnormal movements, postures or spasms, such as shaking (irregular tremor) or ...

Functional fitness has emerged as a game-changer in the fitness world, shifting the focus from traditional exercise routines to practical movements that mirror daily life. Unlike conventional workouts ...

Functional fitness is probably the most practical type of exercise you can do – though you're likely not alone if you're not quite sure what it is. While we can get caught up in trying to attempt ever ...

Getting into a healthy habit isn't always easy, and sometimes it's because you don't know where to begin. Exercise is crucial to staying healthy as you age because working out comes with a lot of ...

The hip hinge is one of the most functional movement patterns used regularly in everyday life—anytime you bend forward to pick something up off the floor, you’re utilizing it. And if you’re looking to ...

Functional Movement Screening (FMS) is a systematic evaluation of movement patterns that has become integral to injury risk assessment across a range of populations, from elite athletes to ...