“Most Marines have training methods that are simply inappropriate, archaic or a bit of both,” he said. “That’s really an important thing for us to change. When you’re young and resilient, you can do a lot of things you may not be able to do as you grow, and it’s not always an age thing, it’s kind of a mileage thing” -Dr. Charlie Weingroff, DPT, Lead Physical Therapist Marine Corps Special Operations Command


Leaders in sports medicine, coaching, and strength and conditioning know that screening is critical to identify athletes at risk for future injury. Fundamental movement screening augments the normal battery of performance tests such as the 40 yard dash and the vertical jump. In addition to completing a battery of performance tests, any athletic prospect must also obtain clearance from the medical staff.