Our most popular specialty course, Biomechanics of Resistance Training, will prepare you to guide your client in all areas of strength training with safety and confidence. This 3-day course gives you a thorough introduction to the muscular structure and appropriate strengthening exercises for the human body through lecture and hands-on practical exercises. Discover strengthening exercises for each area of the body and learn the ultimate "how-to" in strength and resistance training program design and implementation.
Topics Reviewed:
- Isolated Joint Mechanics
- Anatomical Design & Function
- Upper Body Exercises
- Lower Body Exercises
- Core Body Exercises
- Program Design
- Business Empowerment
- Practical Demonstration of Skills
(Topics and/or speakers are subject to change.)
CPR Required: Yes
Contact Hours: 19.0
This is a curriculum-based testing course. Students who complete the course and pass the written test will receive a Cooper Institute Certificate.
Continuing Education Credits:
The Cooper Institute is a pre-approved CEC provider for the following organizations.
|
CEC |
Provider Number |
American Council on Exercise (ACE) |
1.5 |
-- |
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) |
1.6 |
482 |
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) |
1.5 |
652654 |
National Strength and Conditioning Association
(CSCS & NSCA-CPT) |
2.0 |
I1018 |
Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) |
-- |
TC001 |
National Commission for Health Education Credentialing (NCHEC) |
-- |
MEP3089 |
NOTE: There may be a partial payment option for this course should a student not be able to make their full payment via our online transaction system. Please inquire with one of our course coordinators during normal business hours by calling (800) 635-7050.
Course Registration:
Course Hours:
Friday: (1:00 - 6:30 pm) - CHECK-IN @ 12:15 pm>
Saturday: (8:00 am - 6:00 pm)
Sunday: (8:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Needed Items:
Notebook paper, #2 pencil for completing test, comfortable work-out clothing, and your valid CPR card
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