What tests should be performed last in the overall assessment flow?

Performance assessments should be conducted last in the overall assessment flow because they often require the individual to exert a significant amount of energy and focus on executing specific movements or exercises. These assessments typically measure strength, power, agility, and functional capacity, which can be influenced by fatigue levels. By placing performance assessments at the end of the evaluation process, you can ensure that previous assessments, such as body composition, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility, have been completed without impacting the client’s performance during this critical testing phase.

In addition, performing these assessments last allows trainers to gather a comprehensive understanding of the client's capabilities after establishing a baseline with initial assessments. This order also helps maintain the integrity of the data collected. Proper sequencing in assessments allows for a more accurate representation of the individual’s fitness level without the compounding effects of fatigue from earlier, more strenuous assessments.