ACSM 2012

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Friday Section one 2:00 pm - 6:45 pm Introduction to Exercise Science and Kinesiology / Human Movement 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Introduction to Physical Fitness Components, Principles and Safety Considerations, Energy Systems / Substrates and the Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems

4:00 pm - 4:15 pm

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4:15 pm - 5:15 pm

Introduction to the Musculoskeletal System, Anatomical Terminology

5:15 pm - 6:45 pm

Muscle / Joint Actions, and Kinesiology Practicum

6:45 pm - 7:15 pm

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Section two 7:15 pm - 9:45 pm Introduction to the Art and Science of Personal Training 7:15 pm - 9:30 pm

Benefits of and Barriers to Physical Activity. Consequences of Physical Inactivity, Benefits of Cardiorespiratory Health and Fitness. Flexibility Benefits, Muscular Strength and Endurance Benefits. Barriers to engaging in Physical Activity. Benefits/Barriers practicum. Interventions to enhance exercise adherence

9:30 pm - 9:45 pm

Health/Wellness Psychological Theories Influencing Behavior, Active Listening Practicum


Saturday Section three 9:00 am - 11:30 am Introduction to Cardiorespiratory Assessment and Programming 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Health and Fitness Pretest Screening, ACSM Risk Factor Thresholds, Introduction to Cardiorespiratory Programming; Programming Methods of Monitoring Aerobic Exercise Intensity

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Cardiorespiratory Assessments and the Three-Minute Step Test Practicum

11:30 am - 11:45 am

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Section four 11:45 am - 1:30 pm Body Composition Assessment and Weight Management Programming 11:45 am - 12:30 pm

Nutritional and Dietary Guidelines and Recommendations, Label Reading, Eating Disorders and the Female Athlete Triad

12:30 am - 1:30pm

Anthropometric Data and Risk Management using the Body Mass Index Norms BMI Index Practicum Anthropometric and Data Risk Assessment for Waist / Hip Ratio and Waist Girth: (GETP 7th Edition) Jackson-Pollock 9-Site, 7-Site and 3-Site Men, 3-Site Women Skinfold Review and Caliper Practicum

Section five 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Muscle Strength and Endurance Assessment and Programming 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Introduction to Resistance Training: Weightlifting Sports vs. Health / Fitness, Resistance Training Principles and ACSM Recommendations for Muscular Strength and Muscular Endurance Training

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Muscle Strength and Endurance Tests, Resistance Training / Kinesiology Practicum

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm

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Section six 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Flexibility and Range of Motion Assessment and Programming 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Techniques, Guidelines and Precautions, ACSM Exercise Prescription for Flexibility Training

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Flexibility and Sit and Reach Practicum


Sunday Section seven 9:00 am - 3:15 pm Introduction to the ACSM Certified Personal TrainerSM Credential and Examination Requirements 9:00 am - 9:45 am

Overview of the ACSM Personal TrainerSM Certification, Educational Curriculum for ACSM Certified Personal TrainerSM, Responsibilities, Qualities, Skills for the ACSM Personal TrainerSM, Scope of Practice, Professional and Public Responsibilities

9:45 am - 10:45 am

ACSM Risk Factor Threshold and Risk Stratification Updates, Case Study Criteria Review and Case Study Practicum

10:45 am - 12:15 pm

Health Fitness Programming, Personal Trainer Triad Activity

12:15 pm - 12:45 pm

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12:45 pm - 1:45 pm

ACSM CPT Review Practicum

1:45 pm - 2:45 pm

KSA Review ACSM Certified Personal TrainerSM Examination Study Resources: Using the Knowledge, Skill and Ability (KSA) Requirements for Exam Preparation

2:45 pm - 3:15 pm

Exam Registration Information and Workshop Evaluations

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