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This course is part of Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course Specialization
Instructor: Cedric X. Bryant
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The curriculum covers foundational concepts and practical skills needed to start a successful career in personal training.
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This is the second of three courses in the ACE Intro to Personal Training specialization which is a comprehensive course designed to equip aspiring personal trainers with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in the fitness industry. Foundations of Exercise and Nutrition provides a thorough exploration of the key concepts in exercise science, designed for those looking to deepen their understanding of the health benefits of physical activity and the latest physical activity guidelines. Participants will dive into the foundations and practical applications of exercise science, including an in-depth study of energy systems, exercise anatomy, and nutrition. The course also covers essential principles of exercise program design, ensuring participants can create safe and effective fitness plans tailored to individual needs. With a strong emphasis on safety and supervision, this course equips learners with the knowledge and skills to guide clients toward achieving their health and fitness goals confidently and safely.
In this module, topics covered include the health benefits of regular physical activity, general exercise guidelines, physiological adaptations resulting from muscular and cardiorespiratory training, basic nutrition guidelines, and tips for reading and interpreting nutrition labels.
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This module includes the ACE Mover Method™, the ACE Integrated Fitness Training® Model, five primary movement patterns and their associated anatomy, and how to demonstrate and safely cue common exercise.
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