Writing a Resistance Training Program: Exercise Selection
This interactive, self-paced course provides a comprehensive approach to selecting appropriate exercises when designing effective exercise programs, focusing on human movement patterns. Participants will learn how to craft tailored 6-week programs for various workout frequencies, including 2-day, 3-day, and 5-day per week schedules. The course covers a variety of exercise environments—gym, home, and outdoors—along with the use of diverse exercise tools such as weights, resistance bands, and bodyweight movements. By the end, participants will understand how to choose exercises to create personalized resistance training programs tailored to specific movement goals and resources.
COST: $100.00 USD
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Writing a Resistance Training Program: Selecting Intensity
This interactive, self-paced course dives into the principles of selecting exercise intensity for resistance training programs. Participants will learn how to match training intensity to desired outcomes such as strength, hypertrophy, endurance, and power, while designing 6-week programs with 2-day, 3-day, and 5-day per week schedules. The course explores intensity adjustments across different training environments—gym, home, or outdoor settings—and with various tools such as free weights, resistance bands, and bodyweight exercises. By the end, participants will understand how to effectively apply intensity strategies to create personalized resistance training programs tailored to specific goals and resources.
COST: $100.00 USD
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Periodization: Structuring Effective Training Programs
This interactive, self-paced course provides an in-depth exploration of the different theories of periodization and their application in writing effective exercise programs tailored to client goals. Participants will be introduced to key periodization models such as Linear Periodization, Undulating Periodization, Block Periodization, and Conjugate Periodization, gaining an understanding of how each method manipulates training variables like intensity, volume, and recovery. The course covers how to select and apply these styles based on individual client needs—whether the focus is strength, hypertrophy, endurance, or athletic performance. By the end, participants will have the tools to structure well-rounded, goal-specific training programs using the most suitable periodization approach.
COST: $100.00 USD
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Gait: Understanding and Optimizing Running Performance
This interactive, self-paced course delves into the intricacies of human gait patterns and their significance in designing effective exercise programs for runners. Participants will explore the biomechanics of gait, including how variations in gait impact running speed, efficiency, and injury prevention. The course covers key aspects such as stride length, foot strike, and posture, while offering strategies to optimize these elements for improved performance. By the end, participants will be equipped with the knowledge to assess gait and apply corrective exercises to enhance running form, boost speed, and maximize overall efficiency in their clients' running programs.
COST: $100.00 USD
HOURS: 4.0 (0.4 CECs)
Training Thresholds and Performance
This interactive, self-paced course explores the key components of exercise physiology and the relationship to training thresholds and athletic performance. Participants will learn about critical concepts such as VO2 Max, Lactate Threshold, and Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption (EPOC), and how these physiological markers influence endurance, speed, and recovery. The course covers how to assess and apply these thresholds in training programs to optimize performance for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. By the end, participants will have a clear understanding of how different training intensities impact aerobic and anaerobic systems, helping them create targeted programs that improve overall performance.
COST: $100.00 USD
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The Anatomy of a Treadmill
This interactive, self-paced course breaks down the essential components and technologies found in modern treadmills, detailing how they influence a user's experience. Participants will explore the biomechanics of treadmill deck designs, motor power, cushioning systems, and technological features such as heart rate monitors and programmable workouts. The course explores how different designs can affect gait, running efficiency, and overall performance. By the end, participants will understand how treadmill features and technology impact both the user’s comfort and training outcomes, empowering them to make informed decisions when purchasing or using a treadmill.
COST: $100.00 USD
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