Applied Anatomy and Biomechanics

PHYSCI X 452

Designed for fitness instructors, this course covers musculoskeletal anatomy and the application of basic biomechanical principles to the moving body.

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Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Online
Starting at $830.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • Analyze a movement and identify poor mechanics that contribute to injury
  • Design exercises for particular muscle groups
  • Advise on the safe and effective use of exercise equipment

About this course:

This course provides fitness instructors with an understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy and the application of basic biomechanical principles to the moving body. This application allows fitness instructors to analyze a movement and identify poor mechanics that could contribute to injury, design exercises for particular muscle groups, and more safely and effectively advise on the use of exercise equipment.
Prerequisites
PHYSCI X 400.6 or PHYSCI X 449.

Spring 2024 Schedule

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Canceled
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Instructor: Elizabeth Likes
397243
Fee:
$830.00
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Notes

Required course in Exercise Science Fitness Specialist Certificate.

Enrollment deadline: April 5, 2024. Internet access required.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 05, 2024
Course Requirements
(Optional) Book: Strength Training Anatomy, 3rd Edition by Frederic Delavier

Summer 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens April 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Elizabeth Likes
398306
Fee:
$830.00
Onlineformat icon
Notes

Required course in Exercise Science Fitness Specialist Certificate 

Enrollment deadline: June 28, 2024. Internet access required.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after June 28, 2024
Course Requirements
(Optional) Book: Strength Training Anatomy, 3rd Edition by Frederic Delavier

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Speak to a program representative. Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.

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