AFS Movement Training improves mobility and stability by focusing on functional, three-dimensional movement patterns that mimic real-life activities. This approach helps individuals move more efficiently and safely by enhancing their ability to control movement through multiple planes—forward-backward, side-to-side, and rotational. The training emphasizes personalized progressions and adaptations, allowing each person to develop mobility (the ability to move joints freely) and stability (the ability to control and support those movements) in a balanced way.
The core of AFS Movement Training is based on Applied Functional Science, which uses a system called 3DMAPS to assess and improve movement in all three planes. This method helps trainers identify specific mobility restrictions or stability weaknesses and then apply targeted exercises that address those issues. By incorporating variables such as environment, position, direction, and load, the training can be customized to fit individual needs and goals, making it effective for people at any fitness level.
Improved mobility from AFS training means joints can move through their full range without pain or restriction, which reduces the risk of injury and enhances overall movement quality. Stability training ensures that muscles and joints work together to maintain control during movement, which is crucial for balance and preventing falls or strains. Together, these improvements lead to better posture, more efficient movement patterns, and enhanced performance in daily activities and sports.
AFS Movement Training also uses a concept called Tweakology, which involves adjusting exercises by changing factors like height, distance, or load to make movements more accessible or challenging. This adaptability helps maintain progress and keeps the body responding positively to training. The focus on real-world movement patterns means that gains in mobility and stability translate directly to improved function outside the gym or therapy setting.
Sources
https://grayinstitute.com/courses/3d-functional-movement-coach
https://4afsfit.com/blog/
