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Measuring range of motion: an S&C coach’s guide to assessing mobility

02/12/2019
By Louis Howe, Mark Waldron

S&C coaches must be able to assess an athlete's physical preparedness. This article examines alternatives to traditional palpatory skills and specialised equipment.


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