Personal Trainer Certification ACE BCRPA ACSM - Fitness Theory

Fitness Theory: Step 1

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This introductory fitness theory course is the first step towards obtaining certification as a Fitness Professional. This fitness theory course is designed for individuals with no formal schooling in anatomy or physiology.

You will learn: basic anatomy, physiology, exercise analysis, and the fundamental principles of strength and flexibility training.

Your course workbook can be accessed by clicking the word MATERIALS above.

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For students completing the course via Infofit’s Home Study option. The final quiz for this module can be accessed by clicking on Your Account in the top toolbar and then scrolling down to Available Exams. You do not need to pay $10 for the quiz, if you don’t see it there please email [email protected]

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FT Lesson 1 — Physical Activity 10 Topics | 1 Quiz

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FT L1 – Topic 1: The Obesity Epidemic

FT L1 – Topic 1a: Visionary Leadership Needed

FT L1 – Topic 2: Definitions

FT L1 – Topic 2a: Definitions

FT L1 – Topic 2b: Benefits to Exercise

FT L1 – Topic 2c: 23.5 hrs Exercise as Medicine

FT L1 – Topic 3: Principles of Training / Motivation / PARQ

FT L1 – Topic 3a: Principles of Training

FT L1 – Topic 3b: Why People Don’t Exercise

FT L1 – Topic 3c: PARQ+

FT Lesson 2 — Skeletal System 8 Topics | 1 Quiz

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FT L2 – Topic 1: Anatomical Terminology

FT L2 – Topic 1a: Definitions & Anatomical Planes

FT L2 – Topic 1b: Anatomical Terms Drawn & Defined

FT L2 – Topic 2: The Skeletal System

FT L2 – Topic 2a: Functions of the Skeletal System & Bone Type

FT L2 – Topic 2b: Anatomy of the Bone

FT L2 – Topic 2c: Bone Remodelling Cycle

FT L2 – Topic 3: Major Bones of the Body

FT Lesson 3 — Joints 7 Topics | 1 Quiz

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FT L3 – Topic 1: Joint Classification

FT L3 – Topic 1a: Joint Classification

FT L3 – Topic 1b: Connective Tissues

FT L3 – Topic 2: Synovial Joints + Movement Terminology

FT L3 – Topic 2a: Synovial Joints + Movement Terminology

FT L3 – Topic 2b: Factors Affecting Joint ROM

FT L3 – Topic 2c: Osteoarthritis & Hip Replacement

FT Lesson 4 — Muscular System 19 Topics | 2 Quizzes

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FT L4 – Topic 1: Overview of Tissues

FT L4 – Topic 1a: Connective Tissues

FT L4 – Topic 1b: Functions & Properties of Muscle Tissue

FT L4 – Topic 1c: Anatomy of Muscle Tissue

FT L4 – Topic 2: Sliding Filament Theory

FT L4 – Topic 2a: Sliding Filament Theory

FT L4 – Topic 3: How Muscles Contract

FT L4 – Topic 3a: Contraction Types

FT L4 – Topic 3b: Force Regulation

FT L4 – Topic 4: Skeletal Fiber Types

FT L4 – Topic 4a: Skeletal Fiber Types

FT L4 – Topic 4b: Muscle Growth & Loss

FT L4 – Topic 5: Muscle Metabolism

FT L4 – Topic 5a: Muscle Metabolism + Energy Systems

FT L4 – Topic 6: Muscle Conditioning

FT L4 – Topic 6a: General Training Principles + Definitions

FT L4 – Topic 7: Major Muscles of the Upper Body

FT L4 – Topic 8: Major Muscles of the Lower Body and Core

FT L4 – Topic 8a: Interactive Anatomy Software

FT L4 – Quiz 1 Muscle Knowledge

FT L4 – Quiz 2 Muscle Anatomy & Physiology

FT Lesson 5 — Nervous System 10 Topics | 1 Quiz

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FT L5 – Topic 1: Anatomy & Physiology of The Nervous System

FT L5 – Topic 1a: CNS / PNS

FT L5 – Topic 1b: CNS / PNS (very detailed)

FT L5 – Topic 1c: Neuron Anatomy & Neuromuscular Junction

FT L5 – Topic 2: Stretching Reflexes

FT L5 – Topic 2a: Reflexes and their Components

FT L5 – Topic 2b: Muscle Spindles / Golgi Tendon Organs

FT L5 – Topic 3: Different Types of Stretching

FT L5 – Topic 3a: Flexibility

FT L5 – Topic 3b: Elasticity, Plasticity and FITT

FT Lesson 6 — CardioVascular System 21 Topics | 1 Quiz

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FT L6 – Topic 1: Anatomy of the Lungs

FT L6 – Topic 1a: Respiratory Anatomy

FT L6 – Topic 1b: Pulmonary & Systemic Ventilation + Mechanics of Breathing

FT L6 – Topic 1c: Breathing Patterns

FT L6 – Topic 2: Anatomy of the Heart

FT L6 – Topic 2a: Cardiovascular Anatomy

FT L6 – Topic 2b: O2 & CO2 Transportation + Aging and the Respiratory System

FT L6 – Topic 2b.1: Oxygen Transport

FT L6 – Topic 2b.2: Anatomy of the Heart

FT L6 – Topic 2b.3: Pulmonary & Systemic Circuit

FT L6 – Topic 2b.4: Blood Vessels and Hemodynamics

FT L6 – Topic 2b.5: Review of the Circulatory System

FT L6 – Topic 3: Physiology Definitions

FT L6 – Topic 3a: Cardiovascular Physiology Terms & Definitions

FT L6 – Topic 4: Adaptations to Cardiovascular Training

FT L6 – Topic 4a: Benefits to Aerobic Exercise + Chronic / Acute Adaptations

FT L6 – Topic 5: Aerobic Training Zones

FT L6 – Topic 5a: ACSM Guidelines + Heart Rate Formulas

FT L6 – Topic 6: Methods for Monitoring Exercise Intensity

FT L6 – Topic 6a: Methods for Determining Exercise Intensity

FT L6 – Topic 6b: How to Warm Up

FT Lesson 7 — Nutrition 13 Topics | 1 Quiz

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FT L7 – Topic 1: Overview of Nutrition Essentials Page

FT L7 – Topic 1a: Scope of Practice + Jamie Oliver TED Talk on Nutritional Health

FT L7 – Topic 1b: Overview of the Essential Concepts of Nutrition

FT L7 – Topic 1b.1: Carbohydrates / Fats / Proteins

FT L7 – Topic 1b.2: The Canadian Food Guide

FT L7 – Topic 2: Meeting the Nutritional Needs of Each Client

FT L7 – Topic 2a: Recommended Daily Intake

FT L7 – Topic 2b: A Few Tips for Different Populations

FT L7 – Topic 2c: Meeting Fluid Needs

FT L7 – Topic 2d: Energy Balance

FT L7 – Topic 3: How to Read Food Labels

FT L7 – Topic 3a: How to Read Food Labels

FT L7 – Topic 3b: Metabolism / Body Composition Definitions / Eating Disorders

FT Lesson 8 — Injury Management 13 Topics | 1 Quiz

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FT L8 – Topic 1: Definitions, Prevention & Management

FT L8 – Topic 1a: Common Causes of Injury

FT L8 – Topic 1b: Acute & Chronic Injuries

FT L8 – Topic 1c: Injury Prevention & Management

FT L8 – Topic 1d: Health Screening for the Fitness Professional

FT L8 – Topic 1e: P.R.I.C.E Therapy

FT L8 – Topic 2: Common Injuries & Disorders

FT L8 – Topic 2a: Injuries and Disorders

FT L8 – Topic 2b: Overtraining

FT L8 – Topic 2c: Exercise in Different Conditions

FT L8 – Topic 2d: Exercise and the Elderly

FT L8 – Topic 2e: Anatomy of an Exercise Session

FT L8 – Topic 2f: Risky Exercises

FT Lesson 9 — Leadership Concepts 6 Topics

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FT L9 – Topic 1: Introduction to Leadership Concepts

FT L9 – Topic 2a: Exercise Adherence

FT L9 – Topic 2b: Setting Goals

FT L9 – Topic 2c: Effective Leadership

FT L9 – Topic 2d: Concepts in Adult Learning

FT L9 – Topic 2e: The Four Different Learning Styles (VACK)

FT Lesson 10 — Additional Information 1 Topic

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FT L10 – Additional Information Please Read