The classroom component of our curriculum is designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of all facets of the personal training profession; from anatomy, physiology exercise science, nutrition and exercise programming to the business side of the industry. Our classroom is a professional, but informal environment in which students are encouraged to have fun while they learn. All lectures are projected using PowerPoint software and we also bring in guest lecturers to discuss a wide variety of topics.

• Mock Training, Program Design and Special Populations
• The student will learn to design and implement exercise programs for clients based on real-world scenarios and case studies
• Special Populations-Health concerns, exercise programming and exercise modifications for clients with special medical issues including:
• Obesity
• Diabetes
• Asthma
• Pregnancy
• Musculoskeletal Injuries
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

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• Anatomy and Physiology-Knowledge and understanding of the structure and function of the human body including:
• Energy Systems
  
• Muscle origin, insertion and action 
• Body planes, joint ranges of motion and exercise analysis

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• Nutrition
• Macro and micro nutrients
• Popular and fad diet myths and realities
• Nutritional needs related to fitness, performance and health

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• Client Assessment
• Guidelines for pre-participation health screenings and risk stratification including:
• Blood Pressure
• Body Movement Screens
• Body composition and aerobic capacity testing
• PAR-Q, Medical Clearance and Client Self- Evaluation Forms

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• Biomechanics-How biomechanics relates to resistance training and physical activity

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• Band, Pulley and Manual Training-Exercise design using these tools and modalities

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• Medicine and Stability Ball Training-Exercise design using these tools and modalities

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• Metabolic Calculations-The utilization of metabolic calculations and their relationship to energy expenditure

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• Stretching Techniques
• Hands-on manual stretching techniques
• The science and practical implementation of flexibility training methods

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• Business Development, Insurance/Legal Issues
• Sales and marketing
• Career paths in personal training
• Resume and cover letter writing
• Building and maintaining a client base
• Knowledge on developing and protecting a personal training business

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• Aerobic Training-Types, function and guidelines for cardiovascular fitness training programs

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• Sports-specific Training Methods

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• CPR and AED Certifications

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