Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome and Introduction

    • Getting Started

    • Introduction to the Course

  • 2

    CHAPTER 1: TODAY'S HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND FITNESS INDUSTRIES

    • Chapter 1 Introduction: Today's Health, Wellness, and FItness Industries

    • Overview of the Health and Fitness Industry

    • Health and Avoidance of Disease  

    • Physical Activity Guidelines and Recommendations  

    • Chapter 1 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 2: THE BUSINESS OF PERSONAL TRAINING

    • Chapter 2 Introduction: The Business of Personal Training

    • The Profession of Personal Training

    • The Training Experience: You and Your Client

    • Chapter 2 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 3: STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF THE NERVOUS, SKELETAL, AND MUSCULAR SYSTEMS

    • Chapter 3 Introduction: Structure and Function of the Nervous, Skeletal, and Muscular Systems

    • Nervous System Structure and Function

    • Skeletal System Structure and Function

    • Muscular System Structure and Function

    • Chapter 3 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 4: THE CARDIORESPIRATORY SYSTEM

    • Chapter 4 Introduction: The Cardiorespiratory System

    • The Cardiovascular System

    • The Respiratory System

    • Chapter 4 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 5: BIOENERGETICS AND EXERCISE METABOLISM

    • Chapter 5 Introduction: Bioenergetics and Exercise Metabolism

    • Nutrients as Fuel

    • Energy Systems

    • Exercise Influence on Substrate Utilization

    • Energy Expenditure and NEAT

    • Chapter 5 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 6: MOVING THE BODY

    • Chapter 6 Introduction: Moving the Body

    • Human Movement Science

    • Introduction to Biomechanics

    • Functional Anatomy

    • Mobility, Motor Control, and Stability

    • Movement Patterns and Sequences

    • Chapter 6 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 7: RESISTANCE TRAINING ADAPTATIONS

    • Chapter 7 Introduction: Resistance Training Adaptations

    • Principles of Adaptation

    • Acute vs. Chronic Training Adaptations  

    • Physiological Factors Influencing Adaptations

    • Overtraining and Detraining

    • Chapter 7 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 8: AEROBIC ENDURANCE TRAINING ADAPTATIONS

    • Chapter 8 Introduction: Aerobic Endurance Training Adaptations

    • Principles of Adaptation

    • Acute vs. Chronic Responses to Aerobic Exercise

    • Key Factors Influencing Adaptation

    • Overtraining and Detraining

    • Chapter 8 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 9: INITIAL CONSULTATION, MOVEMENT SCREENINGS, AND FITNESS TESTING

    • Chapter 9 Introduction: Initial Consultation, Movement Screenings, and Fitness Testing

    • Considerations for Initial Consultation

    • Movement Screening and Observation

    • Fitness Testing

    • Wearable Technology and Recommendations

    • Chapter 9 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 10: NUTRITION IN PERSONAL TRAINING

    • Chapter 10 Introduction: Nutrition in Personal Training

    • Nutrition and the Personal Trainer's Scope of Practice

    • Nutrition and Hydration Basics

    • Energy Intake and Expenditure

    • Nutrition and Well-Being

    • Nutrition for Performance

    • Chapter 10 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 11: INTEGRATED TRAINING PRINCIPLES AND THE AFPA TRAINING MODEL

    • Chapter 11 Introduction: Integrated Training Principles and the AFPA Training Model

    • Functional Movement Training Principles

    • Introduction to Integrated Training and the AFPA Training Model 

    • Chapter 11 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 12: FLEXIBILITY TRAINING

    • Chapter 12 Introduction: Flexibility Training

    • The Role of Flexibility in the Human Movement System

    • The Science Behind Flexibility Training   

    • Flexibility Training Techniques

    • Flexibility Training Exercises

    • Chapter 12 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 13: BODY WEIGHT AND BALANCE TRAINING

    • Chapter 13 Introduction: Bodyweight and Balance Training

    • Bodyweight Training

    • Bodyweight Training Exercises

    • Balance and Locomotion Training

    • Balance and Locomotion Training Exercises

    • Chapter 13 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 14: CORE TRAINING

    • Chapter 14 Introduction: Core Training

    • Core Anatomy and Function

    • Core Training Guidelines

    • Core Training Exercises

    • Integrating Core Training Exercises

    • Chapter 14 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 15: CARDIORESPIRATORY TRAINING

    • Chapter 15 Introduction: Cardiorespiratory Training

    • Introduction to Cardiorespiratory Training

    • Cardiorespiratory Training and Coaching Considerations

    • Chapter 15 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 16: RESISTANCE TRAINING

    • Chapter 16 Introduction: Resistance Training

    • Introduction to Resistance Training 

    • Resistance Training Guidelines

    • Spotting Resistance Training Exercises

    • Resistance Training Tools

    • Resistance Training Exercises

    • Chapter 16 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 17: PLYOMETRIC TRAINING

    • Chapter 17 Introduction: Plyometric Training

    • Introduction to Plyometric Training

    • Plyometric Training Guidelines and Coaching Considerations

    • Plyometric Training Exercises

    • Integrating Plyometric Training

    • Chapter 17 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 18: TRAINING FOR SPEED, AGILITY, AND QUICKNESS

    • Chapter 18 Introduction: Training for Speed, Agility, and Quickness

    • Introduction to Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training

    • Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training Guidelines

    • Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training Exercises

    • Integrating Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training

    • Chapter 18 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 19: COACHING EXERCISE AND THE ART OF CUEING

    • Chapter 19 Introduction: Coaching Exercise and the Art of Cueing

    • Observation and Feedback Strategy 

    • Recommended Cues for Body Position and Movement

    • Chapter 19 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 20: PROGRAM DESIGN FOR RESISTANCE TRAINING

    • Chapter 20 Introduction: Program Design for Resistance Training

    • Introduction to Program Design for Resistance Training

    • Sample Programs for Targeted Outcomes

    • Chapter 20 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 21: PROGRAM DESIGN FOR CARDIORESPIRATORY FITNESS TRAINING

    • Chapter 21 Introduction: Program Design for Cardiorespiratory Fitness Training

    • Specificity of Training

    • Components of Endurance Training

    • Progression and Regression Considerations

    • Types of Cardiorespiratory Training

    • Sample Training Plans

    • Chapter 21 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 22: CLIENTS WITH UNIQUE NEEDS

    • Chapter 22 Introduction: Clients with Unique Needs

    • Lifecycle Ages and Stages

    • Obesity and Metabolic Conditions

    • Cardiovascular and Respiratory Conditions

    • Orthopedic, Injury, and Rehabilitation Concerns

    • Athletes and Program Design Considerations

    • Chapter 22 Quiz

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    CHAPTER 23: SAFETY, RISK MANAGEMENT, AND LEGAL ISSUES

    • Chapter 23 Introduction: Safety, Risk Management, and Legal Issues

    • Safety and Injury Prevention

    • Risk Management and Legal Considerations

    • Chapter 23 Quiz

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    Chapter 24: Building Your Personal Training Business

    • Chapter 24 Introduction: Building Your Personal Training Business

    • Personal Branding, Marketing, and Making Sales

    • Building the Client Experience and Retention

    • Chapter 24 Quiz

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    Chapter 25: Factoring in Growth Levers and Career Planning in Personal Training

    • Chapter 25 Introduction: Factoring in Growth Levers and Career Planning in Personal Training

    • Growth Levers for Your Personal Training Business

    • Charting Your Career Path

    • Chapter 25 Quiz

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    CPR/AED CERTIFICATION AND FINAL EXAM

    • Preparing for the Final Exam

    • CPR/AED Certification Submission

    • Feedback Survey

    • Certified Personal Trainer Final Exam