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Land Functional Personal Trainer Certification

WaterART Fitness — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 21:53:37 +0000

Certified Personal Trainers are in demand as the need for one on one or small group programming grows since the pandemic.

We all know participation in regular physical activity elicits a number of favorable responses that contributes to a healthy aging process. The adults of today understand the importance of exercise and staying active. Functional Fitness is geared towards helping the aging population to maintain activities of daily living and independence as opposed to hard core fitness programs that are often too intense or too much impact for most people aged 40+ years of age. This aging population has a huge variance in health histories, fitness experience and goals and need realistic and purposeful personalized fitness programming. Whether one on one training or a specialized small group – a qualified personal training is helpful to keep their clients exercising safely, effectively and enjoyably.

Aging, a complex process, and is influenced by many variables including genetics, lifestyle factors, work environment, health history and purpose in life. An individualized program can help clients to improve function for activities for daily living, work on injury prevention, provide improvement for their sporting activities, add vitality to travel, as well as maintain and improve general health to age well.

The goal of this program is fourfold.

To help the professional diversify and expand their career opportunities especially if you are working in group exercise or want to add more opportunities for your clients to develop home programs or programs that compliment water exercise or should they not be able to get to their water exercise program.
To help the client receive specific training exercises and tips to individualize their training program. In doing so, this will help to fast track and achieve specific results.
Learn a diverse inventory of land fitness exercises using functional equipment such as fit bands, tubing with handles, fit balls, steps and other cost effective home equipment.
Learn how to teach in person or provide virtual training for your clients

Course materials

WaterART Land Personal Training Manual (466 pages)
Video streaming via WaterART Fitness Educational App via smart devices unlimited for Members (6 months for non members) OR Vimeo for computers of the following programs:
V117- Intro to Land Personal Training
V118 –Standing Workout Tubing with Handles
V119-Health Screening for Personal Training
V120 Functional Fitness Toolbox with Julie Twynham
V121 Upper Body & Core Inventory Toolbox with Julie Twynham
V122- Lower Body Inventory Toolbox with Julie Twynham
V123-Stay Functional and Motivated with Janet Rollero
V124-Coaching and Programming for Personal Training on Land with Julie
V125-Case Study Tips when Training Your Client with Janet Rollero
V126-Personal Trainer Case Study with Sharon McDonnell
V127 – Special Needs Training Opportunities
V128-Know Your Muscles Tutorial as a Land Personal Trainer with Julie Twynham
V129 – Dynamic and Static Stretching
V130 – The Business of Personal Training-with Sharon McDonnell
V131 – Sample Program with Sharon McDonnell for Land Personal Training
Laminated Case Study & Program reference cards
Certification Exam Process (theory & practical assessment via Zoom, Facetime or Google meet)
E-Diploma and Online profile when successful with examination process
16.0 CECs for WaterART

SKU: CTL005

Table of Contents & Learning Objectives

Chapter 1	Personal Training -the opportunity to help clients Age Well Aging Well A Time of Opportunity Trainable Components Health Fitness Benefits of Physical Activity Research supports Exercise benefits What does a Personal Trainer need to know What is a Personal Trainer Group Exercise versus Personal Training Components of Fitness to target & train
Chapter 2	Exercise Physiology Definition of Exercise Physiology Energy Systems Muscle Physiology Muscle Action
Chapter 3	Understanding Basic Anatomy & Joint Mechanics. Anatomical terminology Skeleton Joint & Articulations Overview of the Respiratory System The heart Circulatory System CV & Respiratory System Muscle & Joint Action
Chapter 4	Know Your Muscles Muscle Fiber Types & Energy Production CV & Respiratory System Kinesiology Muscle Action Ligaments & Tendons Review of Muscles with sample inventory from head to toe
Chapter 5	Cardiovascular Training Programs Intensity versus Impact Impact versus non impact training Monitor and regulate intensity RPE
Chapter 6	Posture, Balance and Functional Training Program
Chapter 7	Designing Flexibility & Range of Motion Programs
Chapter 8	Reviewing Client Information Health History & Screening Exercise Readiness Questionnaire Liability Waiver & Release Form Posture check Range of Motion Review (optional) Functional fitness Assessments and exercise suggestions
Chapter 9	*EXERCISE INVENTORY* Stretching and Strengthening (no equipment) Free Weight Strengthening Step Training Exercises Fit Band Strengthening Tubing with Handles Strengthening Fit Ball Exercises
Chapter 10	The Art of Coaching Different Types of Clients Listening & Communication Skills Non-verbal Communication Techniques Body Language What It Means to Be a Good Coach Principles of a Good Coach Coaching strategies Dress for Success Professionalism
Chapter 11	*Case Study* Program Design & Implementation Exercise principles Basic components of personal training session Types of Training: HIT, weight bearing, functional, etc. Standard Equipment-In fitness center Portable Equipment Fitness Accessories Exercise selection
Chapter 12	*BUSINESS BASICS* Who, What, Where, When & How & How much?
Chapter 13	Developing a Program card Sixty and New to Exerciser Sixty and Regular Exerciser Eighty and New to Exerciser Eight and Regular Exerciser
Chapter 14	Study Guide Questions & Answers, Resources
Chapter 15	Study Questions and Resources

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Senior Land Fitness Instructor Certification

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 04:09:17 +0000

Our most popular and must have program for those who teach senior populations. This comprehensive yet practical approach of facilitating classes for an aging population with a variety of medical conditions reviews safety and efficacy guidelines. The following topics will be reviewed for this specialized populations including: functional and age related problems, cardiovascular disease, pulmonary diseases, movement disorders, Arthritis, as well as ideas for programming with common problems of the back, hips, knees, shoulders, neck and ankle problems. This training will focus on functional exercise sets for helping the aging population maintain their activities of daily living (ADL’s). Techniques for cardiovascular training, muscular endurance and strengthening, flexibility, balance, posture and gait will be reviewed for progressive of benefiting overall health. Let’s help 60+ adults to become independent and improve activities of daily living with enjoyable exercise.

SKU:CTL004

Course materials

WaterART Land Senior Fitness Training Manual E-copy of manual via WaterART Fitness Educational App. optional upgrade to ship hard copy of the manual
Video streaming for the following videos: via WaterART Fitness Educational App (viewing on smart devices such as phones/ipads/tablet) OR Vimeo Video Showcase for all devices(via link and password views on all devices)
Comprehensive Certification Exam Process (theory & practical assessment ) There are two options to complete each part of this exam process so candidate chooses their best learning style.
E-Diploma and Online profile when successful with examination process
16.0 CECs for WaterART
Membership offers unlimited video viewing for Members and 6 months for non members

SKU: CTL004

Table of Contents & Learning Objectives

Chapter 1	Introduction to Teaching Senior Fitness
Chapter 2	Exercise: Benefits and Principles
Chapter 3	Functional Fitness: Assessments and Related Inventory for ADL’s
Chapter 4	Senior Program Design
Chapter 5	Understanding Basic Anatomy & Joint Action
Chapter 6	Target Training Muscles for Strength and Flexibility
Chapter 7	Cardiovascular Target Training
Chapter 8	Target Abdominal, Balance & Gait Training
Chapter 9	Putting an Active Senior Fitness Class Together: Sample Ideas
Chapter 10	Chair Exercise Program & Inventory
Chapter 11	Posture Safety & Better Back Care
Chapter 12	Exercise with Machines
Chapter 13	The Mind-Body Connection: Relaxation Exercise
Chapter 14	Reaching Special Populations with Common Medical Conditions
Chapter 15	Study Questions and Resources

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Land Senior Sit & Stand Chair Exercise Instructor Certification

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 03:26:24 +0000

Although everyone can benefit from exercise, perhaps no other segment of the population will benefit as greatly from regular, consistent exercise as will the older adult. It is important to understand the relationship between age-related physical changes and exercise when planning a gentle land exercise program for older adults.

The ideal goal is overall physical improvement. WaterART’s Gentle Sit and Stand program can improve quality of life by decreasing pain, swelling and stiffness and increasing joint range of motion, agility, balance and strength. Because so many people of differing abilities fall into a general residential class, the level of activity in each program must be geared to individual needs rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Providing variety in general group exercise program with emphasis on mobility and working on their own pain free range of motion is the most important requirement for this population.

SKU: CTL006

Course materials

WaterART Comprehensive Land Seniors Sit & Stand Chair Instructor Manual (230 pages) will be shipped
Video streaming via WaterART Fitness App unlimited for Members (6 months for non members) OR Vimeo for computers OR DVDs of the following videos:
Laminated reference cards
Comprehensive Certification Exam Process (theory & practical assessment via Zoom, Skype or Facetime)
Candidate may choose option of online or open ended exam for theory and onsite skype/facetime practical or video submission for practical.
E-Diploma and Online profile when successful with examination process and automatic update of any existing WaterART qualifications when successful with examination process
8.0 CEC’s for WaterART

Table of Contents & Learning Objectives

Chapter 1	Introduction to Exercise
Chapter 2	The Musculoskeletal Connection
Chapter 3	Understanding Joint Action
Chapter 4	Muscles for Strength and Endurance, and Flexibility Testing in a Group Activity
Chapter 5	Gentle Program Design
Chapter 6	How to Put a Class Together
Chapter 7	Sample Program Cards and Exercises Inventory
Chapter 8	Screen Shot Notes from V106
Chapter 9	Study Questions and Answers, References
Chapter 10	How to Complete the Certification Process, Theory Exam And Practical Assessment Marking Templates

V134:Tutorial – Updated Gentle Senior Land Sit & Stand – An introduction and guide to attaining certification for a functional and gentle Sit and Stand program suitable for more elderly residents in a retirement home. This video contains a guide to the training required for providing a standard of care with both theory and practical applications. 37 minutes
V217-Reviewing Range of Motion Terminology & How It Applies to Land Sit and Stand Senior Programs – This video will provide a great reference for helping the Instructor design safe and effective programs -being aware that the body needs to be moved within each clients pain free range of motion (ROM). The aging population may be a huge range of health histories and skill levels so let’s learn how each joint moves and what safety tips you need to be aware of to help your clients/residents move within their normal pain free range of motion. 74 minutes
V103: Tutorial – Learn Your Muscles – This video illustrates and discusses the movement and use for all major muscle groups. The Key concepts of muscle conditioning are covered for strengthening and stretching each major group. For balanced training there is an overview of muscle pairs to show what is required for the weaker muscles versus their stronger partner. 79 minutes
V104: Basic Sit & Stand Program with some Mind Body Movement – This video provides a simple work-along-program to engage movement for all major muscles and joints. Each exercise is demonstrated to make it easy to follow and explained to help students understand why and how the movement will help keep the body coordinated, balanced and mobile. The program covers exercises that will get the “new to exercise” or “out of condition” senior moving at a self regulated pace. 42 minutes
V105: Fit Tips for Designing a Safe and Effective Sit and Stand Chair Exercise Program – The goal of this DVD is to help Instructors understand how to design a safe program for their senior residents. It contains an inventory of exercises that can be made simpler for the “new to exercise” resident or progressed for the more skilled participant. 36 minutes
V106: Functional Sit & Stand Chair Exercise Program with Fit Bands – This program provides a mixture of both seated and standing exercises. The goal is to provide functional movement for joint mobility combined with some strengthening exercises using a loop band. 33 minutes
V107: Sit and Stand Exercises with Broadway and Golf Tube ideas – This is a “feel good” – “go at your own pace” program to help the Instructor train residents to maintain function for life using a variety of exercises and styles. Helpful tips are included together with instruction. 34 minutes
V108: All Seated Chair Exercise Program using Tubing with handles – A seated program with Functional movement as the goal. Functional movement is defined as movement required for day to day living, or movement using the body as a unit with emphasis on core stability. 38 minutes
V141 -Review How to complete practical assessment with virtual training.

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Land Common Movement Disorders Instructor Certification

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 02:56:06 +0000

Gentle exercise will help many people are living with movement disorders including Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, Brain Injury, Parkinson’s Disease as well as other common neuromuscular and movement disorders. The goal of this program is to give candidate instructors a well-balanced and functional program to improve the quality of life for clientele living with these challenges, and to help improve their well-being and maintain or enhance their physical performance. Components for functional wellness both seated and standing will be reviewed. This program will provide a total body approach with guidelines for modification of exercises. Working at a self-paced gentle intensity will help maintain function and well-being.

SKU: CTL003

Course materials

WaterART Land Common Movement Disorders Instructor Manual (250 pages)
Video streaming via WaterART Fitness App unlimited for Members (6 months for non members) OR Vimeo for computers OR DVDs of the following videos:
Laminated pool reference cards
Specialty Certification Exam Process
E-Diploma and Online profile when successful with examination process
16.0 CECs for WaterART

Table of Contents & Learning Objectives

Chapter 1	What is Parkinson’s Disease
Chapter 2	The Aging Process
Chapter 3	Functional Fitness & Functional Assessments
Chapter 4	Muscles, Joints and Biomechanics
Chapter 5	Posture, Gait and Balance
Chapter 6	Stretching for Everyone
Chapter 7	Chair Program Exercise Inventory
Chapter 8	Medications for Parkinson’s Disease
Chapter 9	Nutrition for Parkinson’s Disease
Chapter 10	Sample Forms and Additional Information
Chapter 11	Certification Process
Chapter 12	Bibliography & Recommended Reading

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Land Arthritis Instructor Certification

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 02:36:30 +0000

Nearly 1 in 2 people over age 65 have some form of arthritis or painful limitation. The Land Arthritis Instructor Certification Program incorporates chair exercises in both sitting and standing positions with a gentle, light, low impact and sculpt program. The goal of the program is to provide the Instructor with a variety of cardiovascular, endurance, strength, mobility and balance exercises for helping individual clients improve their activities of daily living and function while easing pain and discomfort in their body. The program is focused on helping the individual to balance their muscular strength and flexibility, and the program will utilize equipment such as chairs, resistance bands, and weights.

SKU: CTL002

Course materials

WaterART Arthritis Land Instructor Manual with exercise illustrations (150 pages)
Video streaming via WaterART Fitness App unlimited for Members (6 months for non members) OR Vimeo for computers OR DVDs of the following videos:
- V013-Arthritis Low Impact & Sculpt
- V012-Arthritis Chair Exercise
Laminated Exercise program cards for quick reference
Certification Exam Process
E-Diploma and Online profile when successful with examination process
16.0 CEC’s for WaterART

Table of Contents & Learning Objectives

Chapter 1	Introduction to Exercise
Chapter 2	The Musculoskeletal Connection
Chapter 3	Understanding Joint Action
Chapter 4	Program Design
Chapter 5	Functional Fitness Testing in Group Activity
Chapter 6	Inventory for a Low Impact Arthritis Class
Chapter 7	Chair Exercise Options and Inventory
Chapter 8	Line Dance Patterns
Chapter 9	Step Training for Strength and Balance
Chapter 10	Tai Chi for Flexibility and Relaxation
Chapter 11	Research, References and Resources
Chapter 12	How to Complete the Certification Process

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