Understanding Fitness Programming
This course is part of NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Professional Certificate.
This comprehensive course from the National Academy of Sports Medicine teaches fitness professionals to design effective, personalized training programs. Learn to differentiate between aerobic and anaerobic exercises and apply the FITTE-VP principle to create customized cardiorespiratory programs. Master flexibility training techniques including self-myofascial release and dynamic stretching to improve range of motion and prevent injuries. Develop core training expertise that goes beyond abs to enhance overall body function, posture, and performance. Explore resistance training principles including adaptation, specificity, and periodization to maximize client results while minimizing injury risk. Through hands-on practice and real-world case studies, you'll gain the skills to identify appropriate exercises, coach proper form, and modify programs for specific client needs.
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What you'll learn
Differentiate between aerobic and anaerobic exercises and design personalized training programs using the FITTE-VP principle
Integrate flexibility and strength training to improve dynamic range of motion and stabilize force production
Apply stage training principles to enhance cardiorespiratory fitness and prevent overtraining
Identify appropriate exercises to meet client needs and objectives
Implement core training techniques that enhance overall body function and prevent injuries
Design effective resistance training programs using principles of adaptation and periodization
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
114 Minutes PreRecorded video
26 assignments
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course covers the essential components of fitness programming for personal trainers. Students will explore cardiorespiratory training methodologies, learning to apply stage training principles and the FITTE-VP framework to enhance client fitness while preventing overtraining. The curriculum includes comprehensive flexibility training addressing postural imbalances through self-myofascial release and dynamic stretching techniques. Core training modules teach both stabilization and movement systems to improve posture, performance, and injury resistance. The resistance training section covers key principles of adaptation, specificity, and periodization for designing progressive programs. Throughout the course, learners develop practical skills in exercise selection, modification, coaching techniques, and recovery strategies to help clients achieve their fitness goals safely and effectively.
Cardiorespiratory Training
Module 1 · 1 Weeks to complete
Flexibility Training
Module 2 · 1 Weeks to complete
Core Training
Module 3 · 1 Weeks to complete
Resistance Training
Module 4 · 1 Weeks to complete
Final Assessment
Module 5 · 1 Weeks to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Professional Certificate
Instructor
Content Development Manager at the National Academy of Sports Medicine
Casey DeJong is a Content Development and Production Manager at the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), where he plays a crucial role in shaping educational content for aspiring fitness professionals. He is also an instructor for the NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Professional Certificate program on Coursera, where he teaches foundational principles of exercise science and personalized program development. With a background in instructional design, Casey has previously held positions such as Senior Instructional Designer at NASM and adjunct professor at Western International University. He holds multiple degrees, including a BS in Business Marketing and an MBA from the University of Phoenix, along with certifications in product management and generative AI skills. His expertise lies in creating engaging learning experiences that empower students to succeed in the fitness industry.
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