The CFES Comprehensive Personal Trainer Course

The CFES Personal Trainer Course is designed to teach you how to be a great fitness professional and meet CFES certification requirements. Course topics include: health screening and fitness assessment; training principles; risk management; program d

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The CFES Comprehensice Personal Trainer Course Curriculum

1. Chapter : 1 Introduction to Personal Training
2. Introduction to Personal Training
3. Qualities and Skills of Successful Trainers
4. The Demand for Personal Trainers
5. Tools of the Trade
6. Personal Trainer Scope of Practice
7. CFES Personal Trainer Core Competencies
8. CSEP & ACSM
9. CFES Personal Trainer Professional Code of Honour and Code of Ethics
10. Networking with Community and Professional Resources
11. References
1. Chapter 2: Enhancing the Success of the Client
2. Fundamentals of Health and Conditioning
3. The Benefits of Regular Physical Fitness
4. Barriers to Regular Physical Activity
5. Promoting Healthy Lifestyle — Behavioural Changes
6. Exercise Motivation
7. The Participant-Centred Approach to Teaching Fitness
8. Exercise Adherence
9. Focus on Adults 
10. Progressive Teaching
11. Learning a New Skill
12. Stages of Change
13. Effective Communication
14. Effective Communication
15. The Client/Trainer Contract
16. CFES Seven Day Goal and Action Plan for Fitness
17. Goal Setting Worksheet
18. The Exercise Decision Balance Sheet
19. References & Footnotes
1. Chapter 3: Anatomy of the Skeletal System: Bones, Articulations, and Connective Tissue
2. Skeletal System and Joints
3. Joints or Articulations
4. Joints or Articulations
5. Types of Synovial Joints
6. The Planes of the Human Body
7. Planes of the Human Body
8. Connective Tissue
9. The Axial Skeleton
10. The Transverse Processes and the Spinous Process
11. The Spine
12. The Sacrum, Coccyx & Thorax
13. The Shoulder Girdle: The Scapula and Clavicle
14. The Elbow Joint
15. The Wrist Joint
16. The Coxal Bones, Pelvic Girdle and Pelvis
17. The Hip Joint or Coxal Joint
18. The Knee Joint or Genual Joint
19. The Ankle Joint or Subtalar Joint & Arches of the Foot
20. References & Footnotes
1. Chapter 4: Anatomy and Physiology of the Muscles
2. Anatomy and Physiology of the Muscles
3. Muscle Physiology
4. The Nervous System and the Skeletal Muscle
5. Muscle Fibre Types
6. Muscles That Act on the Cervical Spine
7. Axial Skeleton Origins & Insertions Chart
8. Muscles of the Axial Skeleton — A *Erector Spinae Group
9. Muscles That Act on the Axial Skeleton
10. Muscles of the Spine Anteriorly
11. Oblique Muscles
12. A * Quadratus Lumborum
13. Muscles that Act on the Shoulder Girdle
14. The Pectoralis Minor & Serratus Anterior
15. Posterior Shoulder Girdle Muscles
16. The Trapezius
17. Muscles that Act on the Glenohumeral Joint
18. The Deltoid Group
19. Pectoralis Major & Latissimus Dorsi
20. The Rotator Cuff Muscles
21. Rotator Cuff Muscles
22. Muscles that Act on the Glenohumeral Joint and Elbow
23. The Biceps Brachii
24. Hammer Curl and Barbell Curl
25. Triceps Brachii
26. The Iliopsoas Group
27. The Iliopsoas Group
28. The Gluteal Group
29. Gluteus Maximus, Medius, Minimus and the IT Band
30. The Quadriceps
31. The Adductor Group
32. The Quadriceps Group
33. Vastus Medialis Isolation Exercises
34. Hamstring Group
35. The Gastrocnemius and Soleus
36. Muscles of the Anterior Lower Leg
37. Peroneus Tertius & Peroneus Brevis
38. Muscles and Movement Cheat Sheet 1
39. Muscles and Movement Cheat Sheet 2
40. Muscles and Movement Cheat Sheet3
41. References & Footnotes
1. Chapter 5: Biomechanics and Applied Kinesiology
2. Biomechanics and Applied Kinesiology
3. Levers
4. Types of Muscle Contractions
5. Movement Analysis
6. Human Movement Terminology
7. Movement Analysis of the Back Squat
8. Applied Kinesiology
9. Wide and Narrow Grip Pull-up or Assisted Pull-up
10. References & Footnotes
1. Chapter 6 Muscle Balance, Posture and Spinal Stability
2. The Importance of Muscle Balance
3. Principle of Balanced Muscle Development
4. Neutral Spine
5. Results of Muscle Imbalance
6. Core Stability
7. Functions of the Core Muscles
8. Core Strengthening Programs
9. Learning a New Skill
10. Exercises
11. Transverse Abdominals Strengthening
12. Transverse Abdominal Exercises
13. Stability Ball
14. Back Extension Exercises
15. The “Stu McGill Curl Up”
16. Summary
17. References
1. Chapter 7: Reducing the Incident and Likelihood of Injury
2. Reducing the Incidence and Likelihood of Injury
3. The Occurrence of an Acute Injury
4. Classification of Injuries
5. Causes and Mechanisms of Injury
6. Contraindicated Exercises
7. High Risk Exercises and Alternatives
8. Change the Exercise
9. Change the Exercise
10. Guidelines for Joint Safety
11. Safety in the Weight Room
12. The Personal Trainer’s Role as a Spotter
13. Common Injuries Associated with Exercise
14. Prevention of Common Overuse Injuries Associated with Walk to Run Programs
15. Summary
16. References and Footnotes
1. Chapter 8: Fitness Assessment Protocols and Practical Skills
2. Fitness Assessment Protocols and Practical Skills
3. Resting Cardiorespiratory Fitness
4. Measuring Height and Body Mass Anthropometrics
5. Postural Assessment and Flexibility Measurement
6. Body Composition
7. Waist Circumference as an Indicator of Health Risk
8. Bioelectrical Impedance (BIA)
9. Measuring Flexibility and Level of Muscular Tightness
10. Thomas Test
11. Straight Leg Raise
12. Thoracic Extension Test
13. Pectoralis Major
14. External and Internal Rotators of the Shoulder
15. Submaximal Tests of Cardiorespiratory Fitness
16. The 1.6 km Walk Test
17. Ventilatory Threshold Testing (VT1)
18. Modified Coopers Test
19. Measuring Muscular Strength and Endurance
20. Leg Lowering Test
21. Push Up Test – Upper Body Muscular Endurance and Torso Strength
22. Sample Health and Medical Questionnaire
23. Sample Lifestyle, Behavioural and Attitudinal History Questions 11
24. Interpreting and Using Test Information
25. References, Footnotes and Hyperlinks
1. Chapter 9: Program Planning and Design
2. Program Planning and Design General Overview
3. Planning Safe, Effective Programs — Pre-Screening/Health Screening
4. Training Principles
5. Threshold of Training
6. Progressive Overload
7. Program Planning and Implementation
8. Identify an Appropriate Training Zone for Each Component
9. 5. Teach the Program The Three D's
10. 6. Evaluate and Redesign the Program
11. Instructional Considerations
12. References
1. Chapter 10: Cardiovascular Training Program Design
2. Cardiovascular (CV) Training Program Design
3. Goals Relating to Cardiovascular Training Programs
4. Energy Production in Cells
5. Key Components of a Cardiovascular Program
6. Frequency
7. Teaching the Warm-up
8. Considerations for use of the Stationary Cycle & Rowing Machine
9. Improvement Programs and Maintenance Programs
10. Intensity
11. Target Heart Rate
12. Metabolic Equivalents (METs)
13. Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE)
14. Duration
15. Progressions
16. Variations
17. Summary
18. References & Footnotes
1. Chapter 11: Resistance Training Program Design
2. Resistance Training Program Design
3. Terminology Review
4. Fitness Equipment
5. Resistance Training and Metabolism
6. What are You Trying to Achieve?
7. Frequency
8. Establishing Starting Weights and Repetitions
9. Resistance Training Progression
10. Choose an Appropriate Training Format
11. Teaching the Resistance Training
12. Teaching Resistance Training Exercises
13. Considerations for Choosing Exercises
14. Upper Body Resistance Training Exercises
15. Exercise Modes for Targeting Specific Muscle(s)
16. Multi-Joint Exercises vs Single Joint Exercises
17. Lower Body Resistance Training Exercises
18. Considerations for Teaching Core Training Exercises
19. Core Training Exercises
20. Considerations for Teaching Resistance Tubing Exercises
21. Upper Body Exercises with Resistance Tubing
22. Lower Body Exercises with Resistance Tubing
23. Exercise Choice
24. Functional Training
25. Sequencing of Exercises
26. Intensity: Load, Repetitions and Sets
27. Velocity or Speed of Repetition
28. Rest
29. Variation
30. Progressions
31. Summary
32. CFES Personal Training Recording Form
33. Associations
34. References & Footnotes
1. Chapter 12: Flexibility Training Program Design
2. Chapter 12: Flexibility Training Program Design
3. Flexibility Training Program Design
4. The Factors That Affect Flexibility
5. Types of Flexibility Training
6. Teaching the Flexibility
7. Neck and Torso Stretching Exercises
8. Upper Body Stretching Exercises
9. Lower Body Stretching Exercises
10. Trainer Assisted Stretching
11. Flexibility Program Design
12. References & Footnotes
1. Chapter 13: Understanding Chronic Diseases
2. Understanding Chronic Diseases Attributed to the Lack of Daily Physical Activity
3. Obesity
4. Cardiovascular Disease
5. Hypertension
6. Hypertension and Exercise
7. Diabetes Mellitus
8. Osteoporosis
9. Osteoarthritis
10. High Cholesterol
11. Summary
12. References & Footnotes
1. Chapter 14: Managing Movement Impairments
2. Managing Movement Impairments
3. Testing vs Non-testing When Dealing with Movement Impairments
4. Primal Pattern #1 – Squat
5. Primal Pattern #2: Lunge
6. Primal Pattern #3 – Bend
7. Primal Pattern #4 — Push
8. Primal Pattern #5 — Pull
9. Primal Pattern #6 — The Twist
10. Primal Pattern #7 — Gait
11. References
1. Healthy Eating Habits
2. Healthy Eating Habits
3. Everyday Nutrition: Foods and Fluid
4. Energy Metabolism
5. Carbohydrates
6. Proteins
7. Fat
8. Energy Expenditure (Exercise) and Energy Intake (Food)
9. Exercise and Food
10. Exercise and Water
11. Energy Balance and Body Weight Management
12. Weight Loss Strategies
13. The Fitness Assessment
14. Supplements
15. Summary
16. References, Footnotes & Hyperlinks
1. Chapter 16: Setting Up Your Personal Trainer Business
2. Personal Trainer Business Practices
3. The Business Plan
4. Types of Business
5. Management Practices
6. Marketing and Sales
7. Risk Management and Liability Insurance
8. Role of the Personal Trainer
9. Establishing Your Personal and Professional Profile
10. References & Footnotes

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The CFES Comprehensive Personal Trainer Course

The CFES Comprehensice Personal Trainer Course Curriculum

Chapter 1: Introduction to Personal Training

Chapter 2: Enhancing the Success of the Client

Chapter 3: Anatomy of the Skeletal System: Bones, Articulations, and Connective Tissue

Chapter 4: Anatomy and Physiology of the Muscles

Chapter 5: Biomechanics and Applied Kinesiology

Chapter 6 Muscle Balance, Posture and Spinal Stability

Chapter 7: Reducing the Incident and Likelihood of Injury

Chapter 8: Fitness Assessment Protocols and Practical Skills

Chapter 9: Program Planning and Design

Chapter 10: Cardiovascular Training Program Design

Chapter 11: Resistance Training Program Design

Chapter 12: Flexibility Training Program Design

Chapter 13: Understanding Chronic Diseases

Chapter 14: Managing Movement Impairments

Chapter 15: Healthy Eating Habits

Chapter 16: Setting Up Your Personal Trainer Business

About this course