Foundations of Exercise and Nutrition

This course is part of Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course Specialization

Instructor: American Council on Exercise

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

The curriculum covers foundational concepts and practical skills needed to start a successful career in personal training.

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There are 3 modules in this course

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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1 video1 reading1 assignment4 plugins

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.

What's included

1 video1 reading1 assignment4 plugins

1 video Total 3 minutes

Module Conclusion 3 minutes

1 reading Total 2 minutes

Module Conclusion 2 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Module 2: Quiz 30 minutes

4 plugins Total 210 minutes

The ACE Mover Method™ 15 minutes
The ACE Integrated Fitness Training® Model 45 minutes
Movement Patterns and Associated Basic Anatomy 60 minutes
Common Exercises 90 minutes

What's included

1 video2 readings1 assignment3 plugins

1 video Total 2 minutes

Moving Stories from ACE Pros - Allen Blunt 2 minutes

2 readings Total 3 minutes

Module Conclusion 2 minutes
Completion of Course 2 1 minute

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Module 3: Quiz 30 minutes

3 plugins Total 225 minutes

Supervision Concepts 90 minutes
Recognize and Respond to Emergencies 90 minutes
Your Legal Responsibilities 45 minutes

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