The FrameWork Self Test is designed to pickup muscle imbalances and/or weakness, deficits in balance and proprioception (fine tune coordination), loss of range of motion, tightness in back, shoulders, calves or hamstrings, and even design flaws in your workout, as well as lifestyle issues you might want to consider changing. These are all potential issue that can really wreak havoc on your frame if really unchecked.

A color-coded approach allows you to get to the heart of the matter very quickly. Use the following colors to answer the questions on The FrameWork Self Test:

• GREEN means smooth sailing.
• YELLOW means something needs to be watched.
• RED means let's do something about it right now.

The first items are pretty basic to who you are. The list then moves on to lifestyle habits, some of which may not seem relevant at first, various exercise activities and then specific symptoms. After these simple questions, you will be asked to do a little moving around to size up how that musculoskeletal system is working (or not).

Take your time taking the test. It not only serves as a screening device, but as a way of learning more about your body. After each question (or sometimes a group of questions), there will be a “Learn More” button that you can click on. By clicking that button, you can learn why that particular question (or group of questions) is so important to the function of your frame or musculoskeletal system.

CAUTION: These tests may not be easy, but they should be comfortable and not result in any pain.  If there is significant discomfort with any of these maneuvers or tests or if you are unable to perform them, then stop that particular test and score a “red”.  Then check with your physician or other healthcare professional.