WELCOME TO INSPIRE!
Welcome To Inspire Fitness Academy.
About the Personal Fitness Coaching Program.
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About the Instructors - Meet Patrick Bejjani - Founder & Director of Inspire Academy.
About the Instructors - Meet Elie Saad - Educational Director and Course Instructor at Inspire Academy
About the Instructors - Meet Rona Abou Assi- Educational Assistant and Course Instructor at Inspire Academy
About the Instructors - Meet Rana Diab - Research and Development Manager at Inspire Academy
INTRODUCTION
ACCREDITATIONS
SCOPE OF PRACTICE
IFA STANDPOINT ON TRAINING CLIENTS WITH PAIN
CODE OF ETHICS
EARNING AN INSPIRE FITNESS ACADEMY CERTIFICATION
RETESTING POLICY
MAINTAINING YOUR CERTIFICATION
DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE
PLAGIARISM AND PRIVACY POLICY
COMPLAINT POLICY
APPEAL POLICY
EQUITY AND NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY
SECURITY & CONFIDENTIALITY
MISCONDUCT POLICY
RULES AND REGULATIONS
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Personal Fitness Coach Guidebook
Personal Fitness Coach Resource Manual.
Study Plan
Theoretical Exam Detailed Domains
Practical Exam Outline
Requirements Overview
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 1 material
Introduction to Personal Fitness Coaching Chapter Slides.
Benefits of Physical Activity.
Why Entering The Fitness Industry.
Qualified vs Certified.
Find Your Why.
Evidence Based Practice.
Hierarchy of Evidence.
Character.
Scope of Practice.
Code of Ethics.
Coaching & Communication.
Lifelong Learning.
Introduction to Personal Fitness Coaching Quiz
Functional Anatomy Chapter Slides
Introduction to Exercise Sciences and Functional Anatomy.
How to study Anatomy?
Anatomical Position & Directional Terms
Quiz 1 - Directional Terms
Skeletal System - An Overview - Video 1
Quiz 2 - Skeletal System
The Skeletal System - An Overview - Video 2.
Bone Growth and Exercise
Bone Landmarks
Bone to Bone Approach - Axial Skeleton
Bone to Bone Approach - Appendicular Skeleton
Quiz 3 - Bone Names.
Week 1 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 2 material
Intro to the Articular System
Connective Tissues.
Planes of Motion
Movements occurring at the main joints of the body.
Quiz 4 - Fundamental Joint Motions.
Introduction to the Muscular System
Muscle mass effect on the body's metabolism
Movement (Agonist, Antagonist, Synergist and Fixator)
Assignment 1 - Motion Analysis
Assignment 1 - Motion Analysis - File Upload
Skeletal Muscles Origins, Insertions, and Main Actions - What you need to know for the exam
Skeletal Muscles Origins, Insertions, and Main Actions - What you need to know for the exam (Excel File)
Pectoralis Minor muscle origin, insertion, and action.
Serratus Anterior muscle origin, insertion, and action.
Levator Scapula muscle origin, insertion, and action.
Rhomboid muscle origin, insertion, and action.
Trapezius muscle origin, insertion, and action.
Pectoralis Major muscle origin, insertion, and action.
Deltoid muscle origin, insertion, and action.
Rotator Cuff muscles origin, insertion, and action.
Latissimus Dorsi muscle origin, insertion, and action.
Teres Major muscle origin, insertion, and action.
Correction of the "Assignment 1 - Motion Analysis"
Week 2 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 3 material
Elbow Flexors muscles (Biceps Brachii, Brachialis, Brachioradialis) origin, insertion, and action.
Triceps Brachii muscle origin, insertion, and action.
Anconeus muscle origin, insertion, and action.
Diaphragm muscle origin, insertion, and action.
Abdominal muscles origin and insertion.
Abdominal muscles action.
Erector Spinae & Quadratus Lumborum muscles origin, insertion, and action.
Hip Flexors (Iliacus & Psoas) muscles origin, insertion, and action.
Gluteus muscles origin, insertion, and action.
Piriformis muscles origin, insertion, and action.
Hamstring muscles origin, insertion, and action.
Adductor Group (Longus, Brevis, Magnus, Gracilis, Pectineus) muscles origin, insertion, and action.
Quadriceps muscles origin, insertion, and action.
Sartorius muscles origin, insertion, and action.
Tensor Fascia Latae (TFL) muscles origin, insertion, and action.
Lower Leg Muscles (Gastrocnemius, Soleus, Tibialis Posterior and Anterior, Peroneus Longus) muscles origin, insertion, and action.
Quiz 6 - Muscles origin, insertion and main action(s)
Factors affecting muscle strength
Spine Deviations
Biomechanics of Exercise and Resistance Training Chapter Slides
Intro. to Biomechanics.
Laws of Newton.
Terms and Definitions - Part 1.
Practical Application of Vectors - Athletic Performance
Leg press & Smith machine - Practical Application of the Vector concept
Week 3 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 4 material
Terms and Definitions - Part 2.
Practical application of the torque (lateral raise example)
Arching the back during Bench Press exercise
Front Squat vs High-Bar Squat vs Low-Bar Squat
Strength & Resistance Curves.
Types of strength or resistance curves.
How to Flatten the Resistance Curve
Cam Pulley vs Round Pulley
Balance and Stability (COG, base of support, line of action)
Length-Tension Relationship
Biomechanics in Practice Quiz
Exercise Physiology Chapter Slides
Introduction to Exercise Physiology.
Physiology Assignment
What you need to know about the human cells
Structure of the Skeletal Muscle - Overview.
Sliding Filament Theory
Role of the fascia
Muscle Fiber Types
Motor Unit.
Muscular Adaptation - Hypertrophy
Muscular Adaptation - Strength
Muscular System FYIs
Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
Muscle Physiology Quiz
Week 4 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 5
Energy Systems - Overview -1-
Energy Systems - Overview -2-
Oxygen Deficit, EPOC and Lactate Threshold
Energy Systems Quiz
Cardiovascular System - Overview.
Blood Composition + Function of the Cardiovascular System
Cardiovascular System Terms & Concepts
Respiratory System.
Muscles of the Respiratory System
Respiratory System Terms & Concepts
Acute Response to Exercise
Chronic Response to Exercise
Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems Quiz
Week 5 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 6
Nervous System
Nervous System Quiz
Endocrine System
Endocrine System Quiz
Additional Videos by National Geographic (Optional)
Fitness Nutrition Chapter Slides.
Nutrition Scope of Practice for PFC.
Intro to Basic Nutrition and Nutrients.
Carbohydrates.
Proteins.
Lipids.
Fluids
Micronutrients (Vitamins and Minerals)
Important Vitamins and Minerals for Athletic Performance
Week 6 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 7
Dietary Guidelines
My-Plate and Harvard Plate
Energy Balance
Calculating the Energy Intake or Calories IN
Calculating the Energy Expenditure or Cal OUT
Practical Application of the Energy Balance
Supplements - Introduction
Supplements - Protein
Supplements - BCAAs
Supplements - Caffeine
Supplements - Creatine
Supplements - Lcarnitine
Exercise Nutrition Quiz
Week 7 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related Week 8
Evidence Based Coaching Chapter Slides
Understanding Evidence-Based Practice
The Three Pillars of Evidence Based Practice
Why Being Evidence Based Matters
Ideas, Editorials & Opinions
Introduction to Understanding Research
Hierarchy of Evidence
In vitro and Animal Studies
Case Series & Case Report
Cross Sectional Studies
Case Control Studies
Cohort Studies Part 1
Cohort Studies Part 2
Randomized Control Trials
Systematic review & Meta-analysis
Structure of a research paper
Understanding Statistics part 1
Understanding Statistics part 2
Understanding Bias
Research Tips
Evidence Based Coaching Quiz
Week 8 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 9
Coaching Behavioral Change Chapter Slides
Introductory Video.
Coaching Fundamentals.
Characteristics of a Coach.
Motivation.
Tool 1 - Health Belief Model.
Tool 2 - Biopsychosocial Model.
Tool 3 - Emotional Intelligence.
Emotional Intelligence Quiz
Tool 4 - DISC Model.
DISC model (personality profiles)
Tool 5 - Transtheoretical Model.
Tool 6 - Motivational Interviewing.
Tool 7 - Cognitive Distortions.
Coaching Behavioral Change Quiz
Week 9 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 10
Process of Personal Fitness Coaching.
Exercise Methods and Techniques Chapter Slides
Intro to Exercise Techniques and Methods
Basic Definitions
Major Relationships and Techniques
Compound vs Isolated + Hand grips
Tools Assisting in Resistance Training
Non-Traditional Equipment
RECAP: Movements occurring at the main joints of the body.
RECAP: Introduction to the Muscular System
RECAP: Gluteus muscles origin, insertion, and action.
RECAP: Quadriceps muscles origin, insertion, and action.
RECAP: Biomechanics Terms and Definitions - Part 2.
BODY WEIGHT SQUAT
Week 10 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 11
BACK SQUAT
FRONT SQUAT
GOBLET SQUAT
RECAP: Hamstring muscles origin, insertion, and action.
RECAP: Adductor Group (Longus, Brevis, Magnus, Gracilis, Pectineus) muscles origin, insertion, and action.
RECAP: Lower Leg Muscles (Gastrocnemius, Soleus, Tibialis Posterior and Anterior, Peroneus Longus) muscles origin, insertion, and action.
CONVENTIONAL DEADLIFT
ROMANIAN DEADLIFT
SUMO DEADLIFT
Week 11 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 11
STATIC LUNGE
FORWARD LUNGE
BACKWARD LUNGE
WALKING LUNGE
BULGARIAN SPLIT SQUAT
HIP ADDUCTION
HIP ABDUCTION
CALF RAISE
Week 12 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 12
RECAP: Pectoralis Major muscle origin, insertion, and action.
RECAP: Serratus Anterior muscle origin, insertion, and action.
RECAP: Deltoid muscle origin, insertion, and action.
RECAP: Rotator Cuff muscles origin, insertion, and action.
RECAP: Triceps Brachii muscle origin, insertion, and action.
BARBELL BENCH PRESS
PUSH UP
CHEST FLY
INCLINE DUMBBELL CHEST PRESS
BARBELL OVERHEAD PRESS
DUMBBELL OVERHEAD PRESS
DUMBBELL FRONT RAISE
REVERSE FLY
FACE PULL
DUMBBELL LATERAL RAISE
CABLE LATERAL RAISE
LYING LATERAL RAISE
LYING TRICEPS EXTENSION
TRICEPS KICK BACK
TRICEPS DIPS
Week 13 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 13
RECAP: Latissimus Dorsi muscle origin, insertion, and action.
RECAP: Trapezius muscle origin, insertion, and action.
RECAP: Erector Spinae & Quadratus Lumborum muscles origin, insertion, and action.
RECAP: Elbow Flexors muscles (Biceps Brachii, Brachialis, Brachioradialis) origin, insertion, and action.
SHRUGS
LAT PULL DOWN
PULL UP
PULL OVER
BENT OVER BACK ROW
DUMBBELL BACK ROW
CABLE BACK ROW
SINGLE ARM DUMBBELL BACK ROW
BARBELL BICEP CURL
DUMBBELL BICEP CURL
INCLINE DUMBBELL BICEP CURL
CABLE BICEP CURL
Week 14 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 15
RECAP: Abdominal muscles origin and insertion.
RECAP: Abdominal muscles action.
PLANK
SIDE PLANK
SIT UP
RUSSIAN TWIST
REVERSE CRUNCH
LEG RAISE
Exercise Techniques and Methods Quiz
Week 15 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 16
Flexibility Training Chapter Slides
Intro to Flexibility
Types of Stretching
Benefits of Stretching
Myofascial Release, Stretching Effect on Muscle Soreness and Factors Affecting Flexibility
Stretching Frequency, Intensity, Time and Type
Flexibility Training Quiz
ABDUCTORS STRETCH
ADDUCTORS STRETCH
BICEPS STRETCH
HIP FLEXORS STRETCH
FOREARM STRETCH
UPPER BACK STRETCH
TRICEPS STRETCH
CALVES STRETCH
CHEST STRETCH
COBRA STRETCH
HAMSTRING STRETCH
QUADRICEPS STRETCH
LATS STRETCH
PLANTAR FASCIA STRETCH
POSTERIOR DELTOID STRETCH
Week 16 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domains related to Week 17
Fitness Assessment Chapter Slides
Intro to Fitness Assessment
Fitness Assessment Benefits and Possible Risks
Fitness Assessment Categories
Selection of the Fitness Assessments
Errors Affecting Fitness Assessments Results
Fitness Assessment Quiz
Intro to Fitness Assessment Practical Videos
Movement Screens
Mobility Assessment - Shoulder Mobility
Mobility Assessment - Hip Mobility - Thomas Test
Mobility Assessment - Hip Mobility - Passive Straight Leg Raise Test
Mobility Assessment - Ankle Mobility
Balance Test (Sharpened Romberg)
Muscular Endurance & Muscular Strength (1RM test)
Body Composition
Cardiovascular Endurance - Talk Test
Cardiovascular Endurance - Step Test
Week 17 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domain related to Week 18
Intro to Strength and Conditioning Chapter Slides
Components of Fitness
Other Components of Fitness Quiz
Program Design Chapter Slides
Intro to Program Design
Goal Setting
Training Principles: Specificity and Gradual Progressive Overload
RECAP: Muscle Fiber Types
RECAP Energy Systems - Overview -1-
RECAP Energy Systems - Overview -2-
RECAP: Muscular Adaptation - Hypertrophy
Week 18 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domains related to Week 19
Training Principles: SRA curve: Stimulus
Training Principles: SRA curve: Fatigue and Recovery
Training Principles: SRA curve - Recovery and Supercompensation
Components of Program Design: Intensity - part 1
Components of Program Design: Intensity - part 2
Components of Program Design: Volume - part 1
Components of program design: Volume - part 2
Components of program design: Frequency
Components of program design: Exercise Selection
Week 19 Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domains related to Week 20
Components of program design: Rest and Tempo
Components of program design: Periodization - part 1
Components of program design: Periodization - part 2
Components of program design: Training Systems
Cardiovascular Training Part 1
Cardiovascular Training part 2
Training Session
Program Design Quiz
Week 20 Consolidation
Internship Process
Internship Self-Reflection
Theoretical Exam Domains related to this part
Special Population and Exercise Chapter Slides
Inspire Standpoint.
Introduction to Special Population and Exercise
Challenges & Responsibilities
SOAP Note
SOAP Note Sample
Cardiovascular Diseases
Cardiovascular Diseases Exercise Benefits
Hypertension
Dyslipidemia
Diabetes - Overview
Diabetes - Exercise Benefits
Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome
Cancer
Osteoporosis
Fibromyalgia
Asthma
Eating Disorders
Exercise & Older Adults
Exercise & Youth
Special Population and Exercise Quiz
Sports Injuries Chapter Slides
Introduction to Sports Injuries
When to Seek Medical Help
Injury Prevention & Crepitus vs Osteoarthritis
Management of Acute Injuries
Fractures
Sprains vs Strains
Consolidation
Theoretical Exam Domains related to this part
Ankle Sprain
Shin Splints
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Shoulder Stability and Overview of Shoulder Dislocation Injuries
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Exercise and Shoulder Injuries
Lower Back Pain
Sports Injuries Quiz
The Business of Personal Coaching Chapter Slides
Pre-recorded Section Content.
Chapter Introduction.
Purpose, mission, vision, and values.
Employee or Contractual.
Determining your business structure - Intro.
Determining your business structure - Different Business Structures.
Determining your business structure - Non-Profit Organizations.
Determining your business structure - NGO/NPO Applications.
Determining your business structure - Sole Proprietorship.
Determining your business structure - Partnership.
Determining your business structure - Limited Liability.
Determining your business structure - Corporation.
Determining your business structure - Franchising.
Determine you offerings and their prices - Intro.
Determining your offerings and their prices - The Decoy Effect.
Determining your offerings and their prices - The Diffusion Law of Innovation.
Marketing your services and your business - Intro & Branding.
Marketing your services and your business - Marketing Strategies.
Marketing your services and your business - Communicating the Benefits.
Learning the Art of Selling - Intro.
Learning the Art of Selling - The Evolution of Professional Selling.
Learning the Art of Selling - Sales Process.
Learning the Art of Selling - Client Satisfaction.
Accounting & Finance.
Bonus Material - Business Plan
Business of Personal Coaching Quiz
Consolidation
Sample MCQ Exam
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Practical Exam Overview
Part 1 - Exercise Performance Video
Part 2 – Coaching Video
Part 3 – Case Study
Exam Delivery – How to Submit Your Practical Exam?
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