Course curriculum
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Welcome and Introduction
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Getting Started
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Introduction to the Course
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CHAPTER 1: TODAY'S HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND FITNESS INDUSTRIES
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Chapter 1 Introduction: Today's Health, Wellness, and FItness Industries
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Overview of the Health and Fitness Industry
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Health and Avoidance of Disease
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Physical Activity Guidelines and Recommendations
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Chapter 1 Quiz
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CHAPTER 2: THE BUSINESS OF PERSONAL TRAINING
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Chapter 2 Introduction: The Business of Personal Training
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The Profession of Personal Training
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The Training Experience: You and Your Client
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Chapter 2 Quiz
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CHAPTER 3: STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF THE NERVOUS, SKELETAL, AND MUSCULAR SYSTEMS
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Chapter 3 Introduction: Structure and Function of the Nervous, Skeletal, and Muscular Systems
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Nervous System Structure and Function
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Skeletal System Structure and Function
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Muscular System Structure and Function
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Chapter 3 Quiz
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CHAPTER 4: THE CARDIORESPIRATORY SYSTEM
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Chapter 4 Introduction: The Cardiorespiratory System
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The Cardiovascular System
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The Respiratory System
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Chapter 4 Quiz
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CHAPTER 5: BIOENERGETICS AND EXERCISE METABOLISM
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Chapter 5 Introduction: Bioenergetics and Exercise Metabolism
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Nutrients as Fuel
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Energy Systems
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Exercise Influence on Substrate Utilization
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Energy Expenditure and NEAT
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Chapter 5 Quiz
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CHAPTER 6: MOVING THE BODY
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Chapter 6 Introduction: Moving the Body
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Human Movement Science
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Introduction to Biomechanics
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Functional Anatomy
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Mobility, Motor Control, and Stability
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Movement Patterns and Sequences
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Chapter 6 Quiz
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CHAPTER 7: RESISTANCE TRAINING ADAPTATIONS
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Chapter 7 Introduction: Resistance Training Adaptations
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Principles of Adaptation
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Acute vs. Chronic Training Adaptations
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Physiological Factors Influencing Adaptations
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Overtraining and Detraining
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Chapter 7 Quiz
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CHAPTER 8: AEROBIC ENDURANCE TRAINING ADAPTATIONS
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Chapter 8 Introduction: Aerobic Endurance Training Adaptations
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Principles of Adaptation
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Acute vs. Chronic Responses to Aerobic Exercise
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Key Factors Influencing Adaptation
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Overtraining and Detraining
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Chapter 8 Quiz
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CHAPTER 9: INITIAL CONSULTATION, MOVEMENT SCREENINGS, AND FITNESS TESTING
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Chapter 9 Introduction: Initial Consultation, Movement Screenings, and Fitness Testing
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Considerations for Initial Consultation
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Movement Screening and Observation
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Fitness Testing
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Wearable Technology and Recommendations
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Chapter 9 Quiz
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CHAPTER 10: NUTRITION IN PERSONAL TRAINING
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Chapter 10 Introduction: Nutrition in Personal Training
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Nutrition and the Personal Trainer's Scope of Practice
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Nutrition and Hydration Basics
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Energy Intake and Expenditure
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Nutrition and Well-Being
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Nutrition for Performance
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Chapter 10 Quiz
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CHAPTER 11: INTEGRATED TRAINING PRINCIPLES AND THE AFPA TRAINING MODEL
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Chapter 11 Introduction: Integrated Training Principles and the AFPA Training Model
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Functional Movement Training Principles
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Introduction to Integrated Training and the AFPA Training Model
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Chapter 11 Quiz
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CHAPTER 12: FLEXIBILITY TRAINING
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Chapter 12 Introduction: Flexibility Training
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The Role of Flexibility in the Human Movement System
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The Science Behind Flexibility Training
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Flexibility Training Techniques
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Flexibility Training Exercises
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Chapter 12 Quiz
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CHAPTER 13: BODY WEIGHT AND BALANCE TRAINING
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Chapter 13 Introduction: Bodyweight and Balance Training
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Bodyweight Training
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Bodyweight Training Exercises
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Balance and Locomotion Training
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Balance and Locomotion Training Exercises
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Chapter 13 Quiz
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CHAPTER 14: CORE TRAINING
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Chapter 14 Introduction: Core Training
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Core Anatomy and Function
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Core Training Guidelines
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Core Training Exercises
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Integrating Core Training Exercises
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Chapter 14 Quiz
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CHAPTER 15: CARDIORESPIRATORY TRAINING
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Chapter 15 Introduction: Cardiorespiratory Training
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Introduction to Cardiorespiratory Training
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Cardiorespiratory Training and Coaching Considerations
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Chapter 15 Quiz
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CHAPTER 16: RESISTANCE TRAINING
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Chapter 16 Introduction: Resistance Training
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Introduction to Resistance Training
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Resistance Training Guidelines
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Spotting Resistance Training Exercises
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Resistance Training Tools
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Resistance Training Exercises
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Chapter 16 Quiz
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CHAPTER 17: PLYOMETRIC TRAINING
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Chapter 17 Introduction: Plyometric Training
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Introduction to Plyometric Training
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Plyometric Training Guidelines and Coaching Considerations
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Plyometric Training Exercises
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Integrating Plyometric Training
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Chapter 17 Quiz
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CHAPTER 18: TRAINING FOR SPEED, AGILITY, AND QUICKNESS
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Chapter 18 Introduction: Training for Speed, Agility, and Quickness
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Introduction to Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training
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Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training Guidelines
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Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training Exercises
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Integrating Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training
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Chapter 18 Quiz
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CHAPTER 19: COACHING EXERCISE AND THE ART OF CUEING
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Chapter 19 Introduction: Coaching Exercise and the Art of Cueing
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Observation and Feedback Strategy
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Recommended Cues for Body Position and Movement
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Chapter 19 Quiz
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CHAPTER 20: PROGRAM DESIGN FOR RESISTANCE TRAINING
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Chapter 20 Introduction: Program Design for Resistance Training
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Introduction to Program Design for Resistance Training
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Sample Programs for Targeted Outcomes
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Chapter 20 Quiz
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CHAPTER 21: PROGRAM DESIGN FOR CARDIORESPIRATORY FITNESS TRAINING
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Chapter 21 Introduction: Program Design for Cardiorespiratory Fitness Training
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Specificity of Training
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Components of Endurance Training
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Progression and Regression Considerations
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Types of Cardiorespiratory Training
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Sample Training Plans
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Chapter 21 Quiz
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CHAPTER 22: CLIENTS WITH UNIQUE NEEDS
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Chapter 22 Introduction: Clients with Unique Needs
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Lifecycle Ages and Stages
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Obesity and Metabolic Conditions
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Cardiovascular and Respiratory Conditions
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Orthopedic, Injury, and Rehabilitation Concerns
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Athletes and Program Design Considerations
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Chapter 22 Quiz
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CHAPTER 23: SAFETY, RISK MANAGEMENT, AND LEGAL ISSUES
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Chapter 23 Introduction: Safety, Risk Management, and Legal Issues
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Safety and Injury Prevention
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Risk Management and Legal Considerations
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Chapter 23 Quiz
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Chapter 24: Building Your Personal Training Business
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Chapter 24 Introduction: Building Your Personal Training Business
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Personal Branding, Marketing, and Making Sales
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Building the Client Experience and Retention
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Chapter 24 Quiz
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Chapter 25: Factoring in Growth Levers and Career Planning in Personal Training
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Chapter 25 Introduction: Factoring in Growth Levers and Career Planning in Personal Training
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Growth Levers for Your Personal Training Business
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Charting Your Career Path
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Chapter 25 Quiz
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CPR/AED CERTIFICATION AND FINAL EXAM
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Preparing for the Final Exam
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CPR/AED Certification Submission
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Feedback Survey
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Certified Personal Trainer Final Exam
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