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Personal Training Education

Foundations of Exercise Science

Master the core principles of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics that underpin all effective training.

12 hours
12 CEC credits
3 modules

Course Overview

This foundational course covers the anatomical and physiological systems that govern human movement and adaptation. Students learn how the body responds to exercise stress and how to apply these principles to program design.

Course Content

1

Muscular System Fundamentals

Understanding muscle anatomy, fiber types, and contraction mechanics

Muscle Anatomy Overview25 min
Muscle Fiber Types & Function20 min
Contraction Mechanics30 min
Module 1 Assessment15 min
2

Energy Systems & Metabolism

How the body produces and utilizes energy during exercise

ATP-PC System18 min
Glycolytic System22 min
Oxidative System20 min
Module 2 Assessment15 min
3

Biomechanics of Movement

Applied biomechanics for exercise selection and technique coaching

Force & Leverage25 min
Joint Mechanics30 min
Practical Movement Analysis45 min
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