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Home » Fitness Conferences » 2007 IDEA World Fitness Convention

2007 IDEA World Fitness Convention


The IDEA World Fitness Convention has always been an event that moves fitness professionals to the depths of their hearts and inspires their passion to help others. This year's gathering was just that and more. With over 7,000 people from over 50 countries, we came together to learn, grow and set new directions for the future.

We hope to see you in Las Vegas on July 8 - 12, 2008.


2007 Highlights:

Check out the photos, videos and blogs from this year's San Diego, California IDEA World Convention.


  2007 Photos

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Saturday July 7, 2007 >>

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  2007 Videos

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Saturday July 7, 2007 >>

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  2007 Daily Blogs

View the World Daily Blog >>

Meet the IDEA Editors/Bloggers >>


Click here, to view an interactive image of the 2007 IDEA World Fitness & Wellness Expo Hall!


Quotes From our Members:

"I have returned from the World Fitness Convention and am already reaching into my new toolbox of exercises with a replenished philosophy and as a better trainer than I was before I attended this event. Thank you for the hard work invested in a fantastic convention."
Lori Rede, IDEA member

"Thank you so much for continuing to have the IDEA conferences year after year. The 25th anniversary celebration was amazing; I can't imagine what the 50th celebration will be like!"
Kim Miller, IDEA Presenter and Member



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Sessions

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All Sessions

220: Pilates 50/50 (Full)
Workout presented by: Ana Caban

Time Block E - Saturday, 7:00-8:00am

This unique workout combines Pilates principles with standing work to strengthen and sculpt the entire lower body, then progresses to complementary matwork. Experience the 4 base moves and a progression model to create choreography for your own standing workout.

221: Gliding
Workout presented by: Mindy Mylrea

Time Block E - Saturday, 7:00-8:00am
Come experience the latest and greatest in total body strength training. By using gliding discs, you can turn traditional exercises into smooth, consistent, flowing patterns for unparalleled success. Who knew such a simple concept could produce such graceful power!

230: Core Challenge
Workshop presented by: Keli Roberts
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block F - Saturday, 8:20-10:10am
Take core training to the next level using new stability ball training techniques on the BOSU® Ballast™ Ball. Add fresh elements to abdominal and back training, and discover many new core exercises that will challenge every muscle in your “power center” while simultaneously improving overall movement capabilities. Do you think you’ve seen it all in regard to stability ball core training? Lift it, shift it, shake it… and think again!

231: The GLIDE-I-ATOR™ Challenge
Workshop presented by: Delf Enriquez, III
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block F - Saturday, 8:20-10:10am
Be an exercise warrior and join us in this workshop that utilizes body weight, heavy hand weights (or similar equipment) and gliding discs. You will progress through a series of exercises, all designed to increase strength and multijoint functionality. See how with the addition of a few extra moves, you can challenge even the fittest athletes. This workshop is a treat for both novice instructors and experienced “gliders”.

232: Step Up!
Workshop presented by: Patrick Goudeau
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block F - Saturday, 8:20-10:10am
Take charge of your workout in this intermediate/advanced step workshop. Patrick will help you to embrace turns and spins—challenge yourself. Take your class to the next level and have fun doing it! Creative choreography doesn’t have to weigh you down… STEP UP and never look back!

233: Balance Training Toolbox for Older Adults (Full)
Workshop presented by: Sue Scott, MS
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block F - Saturday, 8:20-10:10am
“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!” This fun ABLE BODIES® workshop takes a “squeaky wheels” approach to balance training. Personal trainers learn assessments to find the problems, then dive into the “balance toolbox” for their best options. Learn techniques that address kinesis, vision, inner ear, gait, posture, strength and automatic balance systems. You’ll learn many new ways to improve balance and mobility in your older clients.

234: Music to Move Your Soul, Moves to Lift Your Spirit
Workshop presented by: Petra Kolber
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block F - Saturday, 8:20-10:10am
Explore how you can match movement and music to elevate your classes. We’ll move from just teaching exercise to creating an experience your participants won’t forget. Learn how to create simple mini-routines and get direction on how to use music to its fullest advantage. Together we will create a space where motion and music become emotion.

235: Are You Ready to Zumba®? (Full)
Workshop presented by: Koh Herlong, Beto Perez, and Jani Roberts
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block F - Saturday, 8:20-10:10am
Zumba is the fitness phenomenon that is taking the world by storm! It is a fusion of Latin and international music and dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting and effective fitness experience! The routines feature aerobic fitness with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy-to-follow dance steps. Repeated as session #101.

236: Sport 44 by Freemotion™ (Full)
Workshop presented by: Annette Lang, MS, and Robert Sherman
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block F - Saturday, 8:20-10:10am
Professional athlete or weekend warrior—it’s all about peak performance. Train clients to enhance performance in a three-dimensional world. By initiating every movement from the core, these movement patterns allow the body to stabilize, rotate and generate dynamic power on and off the field. By incorporating Reebok Professional Studio products and the Freemotion iTonic whole body vibration platform, this circuit training session is sure to challenge your stability, strength, speed, agility and more.

237: Schwinn® Cycling: Music Magic (Full)
Workshop presented by: Rob Glick
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block F - Saturday, 8:20-10:10am
Music matters! We will teach you how to choose and use music to create rides that are motivating and inspiring beyond belief! From purchasing music online, to playing amateur DJ with editing software, and from making class play lists in minutes to using your iPod in class, you will be informed and inspired to move in a digital direction. Come ready to embrace the technology and unleash the power of your music. Repeated as session #166.
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Thursday

010: Schwinn® Cycling Instructor Training and Advanced Coaching Clinic
Lecture / Workshop presented by: Juliane Arney, and Jay Blahnik
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.80, AEA 4.00, AFAA 7.00, NASM-CGT 0.90, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.80, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 9:00am-6:30pm
Indoor cycling is still the rage, and now you have the opportunity to take the industry’s finest and most comprehensive indoor cycling course taught by Schwinn program creator Jay Blahnik. In this workshop, you will learn everything you need to know to become an indoor cycling instructor. Jay will lead you through bike fit, cycling physiology and mechanics, proper technique, the Schwinn Cycling Coaching Pyramid, class design, class scheduling and a power-packed workout. Lead Master Trainer Juliane Arney will be your coach for a bonus end-of-the-day ride to complete the Schwinn Cycling experience! Limited to 75 registrants
By Julz Arney, Jay Blahnik

011: STOTT PILATES® V2 MAX Plus—How to Create a Maximum-Impact Pilates Program (Full)
Lecture / Workshop presented by: John Garey, MS, and PJ O'Clair
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.70, AEA 4.00, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.80, NASM-CPT 0.80, NATABOC 0.70, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 9:30am-5:30pm
This all-day workshop offers a first look and comprehensive overview of STOTT PILATES’ latest creation, the new V2 Max Plus. Inspired by the demand for a highly versatile piece of Pilates equipment, this all-in-one system facilitates hundreds of exercises adding fun, challenge and variety to Pilates workouts. The session begins with a fundamental overview of the STOTT PILATES Five Basic Principles. Participants will learn countless essential- through advanced-level exercise combinations using the multiple V2 Max Plus components, work on matwork and Cadillac exercises using the mat converter, then move on to reformer and vertical frame-based repertoire ideas. We’ll share effective tips and tricks for cuing, modifying and correcting clients in group classes or private sessions. Ideal for seasoned Pilates instructors or for those who want to learn more about this popular mind-body fitness phenomenon. Limited to 30 registrants.
By John Garey, MS, PJ O'Clair

012: A Taste of Inner IDEA®: A Body-Mind Experience
Lecture / Workshop presented by: Billy Macagnone, Carla Hales, Emma Ledbetter, Lauren Eirk, Lawrence Biscontini, MA, Lorna Francis, PhD, Melanie Byford-Young, PT, Michael Christensen, Scott Cole, and Vincent Macagnone
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.50, AEA 4.00, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.80, NASM-CPT 0.80, NATABOC 0.50, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 9:00am-5:35pm
Welcome to IDEA’s first “mini-Inner IDEA” preconference 1-day experience, intended to give you a taste of the full Inner IDEA event—a mindful multidimensional exploration of wellness. After an experiential opening address on the art of living in the present moment, you will be able to participate in three body-mind education tracks—Gyrotonic® exercises, yoga and Pilates—offered in three separate time periods (you can stay with one track for all three or jump back and forth). The day will culminate with an inspiring tai chi experience. Note: This preconference session is designed to create an immersion experience of body-mind modalities, in a distinctly different environment than the rest of the IDEA World Fitness Convention. (Participation is limited to 150 people.)
By Michael Christensen, Scott Cole, Vincent Macagnone, Billy Macagnone, Carla Hales, Emma Ledbetter, Lauren Eirk, Lawrence Biscontini, MA, Lorna Francis, PhD, Melanie Byford-Young, PT

013: Critical Skills for Personal Training and Group Exercise Directors—Inspirational Leadership and
Lecture presented by: Alex McMillan, Mary Bratcher, MA, Shannon Fable, Sherri McMillan, MS, Amy Boone Thompson, Tony Tamules, Nicki Anderson, and Linda Freeman
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.50, AEA 4.00, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.80, NASM-CPT 0.80, NATABOC 0.50, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 9:00am-5:20pm
Managing a team of group fitness instructors or personal trainers can be challenging, to say the least. This preconference offering will delve into the topics that are most common to managers of both groups, as well as provide individual breakout sessions in order for each manager to get information that is specific to the group he/she is currently leading. To enhance the experience, IDEA has arranged a special lunch hour that is designed for networking and just plain fun. You’ll walk away with great ideas to encourage team building and staff networking at home. We invite owners, managers and aspiring directors to take part in this special preconference offering. In addition, IDEA is happy to announce that each participant will receive a CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION upon the conclusion of this special day. Note: Box lunch provided.
By Alex McMillan, Mary Bratcher, MA, Shannon Fable, Sherri McMillan, MS, Amy Boone Thompson, Tony Tamules, Nicki Anderson, Linda Freeman

014: Compliance Coaching
Lecture presented by: Susan Block-Vezina, Tiffany Crate, MS, and Jim Gavin, PhD
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.60, AEA 2.50, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.80, NASM-CPT 0.80, NATABOC 0.60, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 10:00am-5:00pm

Would you like your clients to take more responsibility for their results? Do you want to elevate your income while working less? Isn't it time you learned how to integrate proven coaching methods into your practice?

IDEA introduces a CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION in compliance coaching, presented in conjunction with The Association of Fitness by Phone® Coaches, the leaders in fitness phone coaching. Proven to increase exercise compliance to 75-90%, compliance coaching has been scientifically researched for over 24 years by Stanford University, The Cooper Institute and scores of other renowned research institutions.

Learn how compliance coaching leverages personal trainers' existing skill sets and provides the tools to shift from trainer-efficacy to self-efficacy. Learn how to apply these new coaching skills in a hands-on environment from leading coaching experts. Finally, learn the business strategies to incorporate these skills into your current practice and maximize your earning potential. If you want to significantly impact compliance and results for your clients, earn more while working less and attract new clients, compliance coaching is the next level for you.

10:00am - 12 Noon Bridging the Gap from Trainer to Coach
Susan Block-Vezina and Tiffany Crate, MS

Discover how to make a seamless transition from instructor to coach and increase client results and compliance up to 900% with the three, research based Compliance Coaching Systems.

12 Noon - 1:00pm
Eat and Greet (bring your lunch)
Informal Q and A with the presenters

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Build Your Coaching Tool Box for Optimum Success
Jim Gavin, Ph.D., Susan Block-Vezina, Tiffany Crate M.S.

Learn specific coaching tools from three highly successful coaching programs: Lifestyle Fitness Coaching, Fitness by Phone® and Intuitive Eating

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Coaching for Profitability
Susan Block-Vezina and Tiffany Crate M.S.

Learn how to leverage your position as a fitness professional to make coaching a profitable, stand alone, fee-based service




 


By Susan Block-Vezina, Tiffany Crate, MS, Jim Gavin, PhD

015: A World of Water: Water~Basics
Lecture / Workshop presented by: Katharine McLarty, Yoko Holcombe, Bethany Diamond, and Kenneth Baldwin
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.80, AEA 6.50, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.90, NASM-CPT 0.90, NATABOC 0.80, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 7:45am-5:00pm
Water training is not just for the aged and infirmed. It can be a significant form of training for amateur and professional athletes, active boomers who want to step up their training without the impact associated with many forms of land training and former swimmers who want an intensified workout. Learn how to create programming that is a step above the familiar—and watch their fitness take a new direction. This special preconference session truly has something for everyone. IDEA is happy to offer two distinct tracks of study, please read below to find the track that most suits your needs. Put the FUN into the fundamentals with this day-long concentrated workshop. First, you will learn the basics as they pertain to the properties of water and how they are utilized for effective training. Next, you will learn a simple system for developing classes that will challenge a wide variety of participants. Finally, you will have the opportunity to put this newly acquired information to the test. Beware! This is not aquatic dance…it is water fitness!
By Katharine McLarty, Yoko Holcombe, Bethany Diamond, Kenneth Baldwin

016: A World of Water: Water~Intensified (Full)
Lecture / Workshop presented by: Yoko Holcombe, Kenneth Baldwin, Katharine McLarty, and Bethany Diamond
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.80, AEA 6.50, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.90, NASM-CPT 0.90, NATABOC 0.80, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 7:45am-5:00pm
Water training is not just for the aged and infirmed. It can be a significant form of training for amateur and professional athletes, active boomers who want to step up their training without the impact associated with many forms of land training and former swimmers who want an intensified workout. Learn how to create programming that is a step above the familiar—and watch their fitness take a new direction. This special preconference session truly has something for everyone. IDEA is happy to offer two distinct tracks of study, please read below to find the track that most suits your needs. Experienced Instructors: If you want to challenge yourself and your students, then you have come to the right place. In this 8-hour course of study, you will be exposed to the many methods/techniques that are guaranteed to bring greater intensity to your water fitness classes. Your students won’t have the time, or the breath, to trade recipes and tell stories about their children once you learn new methods for creating productive, progressive class formats. Empower yourself as an instructor, and empower your students to embrace new formats that truly train their bodies and keeps them mentally engaged in the water. Limited to 25 registrants for each track
By Yoko Holcombe, Kenneth Baldwin, Katharine McLarty, Bethany Diamond

017: Function Litmus Test and the Science of Tweakology
Lecture/Demo presented by: Chuck Wolf, MS
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.60, AEA 4.00, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.60, NASM-CPT 0.60, NATABOC 0.60, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 11:00am-5:00pm
This course will delve into the true characteristics of human motion and definitively address the criteria that make an activity or movement pattern functional. Too often fitness professionals use the term “functional” without addressing the issues of integrated movement. Participants will be exposed to the following concepts and learn how they interface with functional integrated movement.
By Chuck Wolf, MS

018: FIT4MOM Presented by Stroller Strides®
Lecture / Workshop presented by: Lisa Druxman, MA, Farel Hruska, Hannah Sansone, Jen Weck, and Jan Weck
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.60, AEA 4.00, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.70, NATABOC 0.60, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 10:00am-5:00pm
Stroller Strides is proud to present Fit4Mom, an educational symposium designed to bring fitness professionals the latest research and expertise for the pre- and postnatal client. Build on your foundation of knowledge so that you can specialize in this growing population. Gain a solid understanding of the guidelines, learn new exercises and meet other fitness professionals in this niche market. Learn how to develop a new business entity by specializing in pre- and postnatal fitness.
By Lisa Druxman, MA, Farel Hruska, Hannah Sansone, Jen Weck, Jan Weck

Friday

182: Balanced Body University: Pilates Legs (Full)
Workshop presented by: M Valentin
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block D - Friday, 3:30-5:20pm
Strong lean legs are a Pilates favorite. Train your legs on the reformer in seated, standing, prone and kneeling positions and let gravity, mind and muscle be your resistance. BYOM

183: STOTT PILATES® Essential Matwork™
Workshop presented by: Kim Krauhsar
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block D - Friday, 3:30-5:20pm
This interactive workshop teaches participants select exercises from the STOTT PILATES Essential Matwork repertoire with emphasis on the goals of the exercises, movement patterns, breath patterns and correct alignment. Cues and corrections for safety and effectiveness will also be covered. Repeated as session #491.

184: Yoga (Level II) with Resist-A-Ball®
Workshop presented by: Lauren Eirk
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block D - Friday, 3:30-5:20pm
Progress to the next level of yoga training with Resist-A-Ball and experience challenging postures that require more core stabilization and balance. These select postures are also included in the Resist-A-Ball specialty certification and will be demonstrated with progression, proper technique and cuing. Journey to new heights as you roll into yoga postures unique to the ball. BYOM

185: Stretch to the Rhythm
Workshop presented by: Yoav Avidar
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block D - Friday, 3:30-5:20pm
Join us for this stretch workshop that is both innovative and relaxing. Help your students to unwind at the end of a long day. The stretches taught have their origin in dance. This special workshop will allow you to devote time and thought to your own bodies through imagery and movement. BYOM

186: BOSU® Block Party Workout! (Full)
Workshop presented by: Douglas Brooks, MS, Candice Copeland-Brooks, Shannon Fable, Rob Glick, Mindy Mylrea, Peter Twist, MSc, Helen Vanderburg, Jay Blahnik, and Keli Roberts
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.00, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NASN 0.00, NFPT 0.00
Special Time: 4:30-5:45pm

Time Block D-1- - Friday, 4:30-5:45pm (Special Time)
Join the entire BOSU® team for a block party that will BLOW your mind. Experience a one-of-a-kind circuit workout loaded with drills, skills and over-the-top fun! Everyone in attendance will receive a limited edition BOSU® t-shirt, and a chance to win a BOSU® Block Party package…plus, a commemorative photo with the BOSU® team! This special workout is limited to the first 250 people and will definitely sell out.

187: STOTT PILATES® Intermediate Reformer
Workshop presented by: Carla Hales
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.30, AEA 1.50, AFAA 2.50, NASM-CGT 0.30, NASM-CPT 0.30, NATABOC 0.30, NFPT 1.00
Special Time: 3:00-6:00pm

Time Block D-2- - Friday, 3:00-6:00pm (Special Time)
This interactive workshop focuses on the intermediate-level exercises from the STOTT PILATES reformer repertoire. It is for participants already familiar with the basic reformer exercises. We will review the more complex and coordinated intermediate level skills with special emphasis placed on biomechanics and alignment. Prerequisite: STOTT PILATES Essential Reformer workshop AND previous experience teaching or studying Pilates reformer exercises.
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Saturday

311: GRAVITY®:: Amplified Resistance (Full)
Workshop presented by: Elizabeth Leeds, DPT, and Kimberly Spreen
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block H - Saturday, 3:00-4:50pm
What’s intense, exciting, lightning fast and works? Learn to create a muscular endurance full-body group workout on the GTS® by efi Sports Medicine! Pull your way to enhanced muscle development, core stability and increased joint range of motion. Learn how using body weight as resistance against gravity individualizes workouts and how you can amplify resistance in a brand new, time efficient way! Repeated as session #461.

312: STOTT PILATES® Intensifying Essential Reformer (Full)
Workshop presented by: John Garey, MS
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block H - Saturday, 3:00-4:50pm
Take STOTT PILATES Essential Reformer exercises to a higher level of intensity and experience variety and a “stepped-up” pace. By increasing the speed and flow of the exercise sequences and modifying the existing repertoire to increase muscular and cardiovascular endurance, you will see how you can inspire clients who may not be ready for an intermediate reformer program. Prerequisite: STOTT PILATES Essential Reformer workshop AND previous experience teaching or studying Pilates reformer exercises.

313: Peak Pilates® Creative Mat Class Design with Small Props (Full)
Workshop presented by: Clare Dunphy
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block H - Saturday, 3:00-4:50pm
Do you have faithful mat clients that show up for every class? Once in a while give them a little spice. Learn to use props, small Arc Barrels, Power Circles and balls within the classic repertoire and voila! Maintain flow while you bring these props in and out of your workout. You will leave this workshop with the confidence to utilize these props at your desire. BYOM

314: STOTT PILATES® Ultimate Back Care
Workshop presented by: Melanie Byford-Young, PT
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block H - Saturday, 3:00-4:50pm
In keeping with current research, this session focuses on modifying mat work for lower-back problems. Major focus is placed on creating awareness and endurance in the deep stabilizers of the lumbar and pelvic region to alleviate and prevent lower-back pain. This workshop is a perfect foundation for any exercise program.

315: YogaCore™
Workshop presented by: Beth Shaw
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block H - Saturday, 3:00-4:50pm
This workshop focuses on strengthening the body’s core center for a stronger back. Core center strength is the key to a successful yoga practice, crucial to the support of the internal organs, and helpful in any fitness program. Using the YogaFit® core ball, a variety of abdominal and low back exercises are taught. YogaCore is a program for anyone who wants a stronger midsection. BYOM

316: Sports Stretch with Resist-A-Ball®
Workshop
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block H - Saturday, 3:00-4:50pm
Sport Stretch will cover appropriate stretches specific to many of today’s popular sports including golf, tennis, running, basketball and more. You’ll learn how to use the ball to develop controlled mobility and dynamic stability, which will help create strong, fluid movement. See how these exercises can fit into many programs and offer participants a whole new twist in stretching. Roll into new flexibility moves and understand what other muscles come into play for a total workout. BYOM

800: Culture Shock® Master Class Fundraiser in Ballroom A
Workshop presented by: Culture Shock

Saturday, 6:15-7:45pm
Join us for the CULTURE SHOCK MASTER CLASS* from 6:15–7:45pm. In Ballroom A in the San Diego Convention Center. This hip-hop dance troupe will perform and teach you the latest dance moves in this 1-1/2 hour interactive session. *There will be a minimum donation of $10 to participate in this Master Class and all proceeds will go to Culture Shock, a non-profit organization.
By Culture Shock
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Sunday

524: Classic Millennium Stretch
Workout presented by: Scott Cole

Time Block L - Sunday, 4:40-5:55pm
Beginning with the “8 poses of empowerment,” and continuing with a magnificent series of standing and seated stretches, Millennium Stretch is a multidimensional, proven relaxation program integrating yoga, tai chi, movement therapy, stretching, guided imagery and meditation into a delectable blend of healing arts. SHAPE magazine dubbed Millennium Stretch “a delicious, nutritious meal for the body.” BYOM

525: GRAVITY®:: Pilates with a Slant (Full)
Workshop presented by: Elizabeth Leeds, DPT, and Helen Vanderburg
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.00, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10, NATABOC 0.10, NFPT 1.00
Special Time: 4:40-6:10pm

Time Block L+ - Sunday, 4:40-6:10pm (Special Time)
This course puts a slant on your thinking about traditional Pilates! Discover a revolutionary Pilates-evolved repertoire where traditional mat and reformer exercises meld on the easily approachable GTS® by efi Sports Medicine. This GRAVITYPilates® course challenges core strength, dynamic stability and coordination. Learn how clients of any level can experience success right from the start!
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Monday

624: Cancellations, Excuses and Unrealistic Expectations (Full)
Lecture presented by: Nicki Anderson
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 2.00, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block N - Monday, 9:50-11:40am
Tired of your clients canceling half way through their training package? Frustrated with their lack of motivation? Discover the real reasons clients don’t meet their goals and how you can turn it around. This lecture will cover the most common reasons clients cancel, fail and ultimately quit. Come learn how to create a successful partnership with your client that will ensure long-term success as well as secure a long-term client.

625: Chronic Pain and Exercise: Fibromyalgia and Myofascial Pain (Full)
Lecture presented by: Michelle Schwahn, PT
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 2.00, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block N - Monday, 9:50-11:40am
Fibromyalgia, arthritis, myofascial pain syndrome and chronic fatigue are all diagnoses where the client experiences relentless bouts of pain and disability. We will discuss and identify the variables in each diagnosis and how we can develop effective and supportive fitness programs for these clients.

626: Minimal Equipment? No Problem! (Full)
Workshop presented by: Alex McMillan
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block N - Monday, 9:50-11:40am
This workshop will teach you a variety of exercises for the lower body, upper body and core using minimal (and inexpensive) equipment such as exercise tubing, gliding discs or no equipment whatsoever. You don’t need a lot of equipment to experience an amazing workout. This is an excellent session for instructors or trainers who teach at clubs that don’t have a lot of equipment options, or for trainers who train in clients’ homes.

627: Core Training: From Science to Movement (Full)
Workshop presented by: Annette Lang, MS
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block N - Monday, 9:50-11:40am
Teach your clients how to work their core muscles from the inside out. You will learn how to assess core stability and which exercises are better for which client. This workshop will teach you the basics to advanced exercises, using stability balls, tubing and medicine balls.

628: Power Eating For Better Performance
Lecture presented by: Fabio Comana, MA, MS

Time Block N - Monday, 9:50-11:40am

The nutrition industry is a $75.4 billion industry with $15.6 billion spent on sports nutrition.  Do we need supplements or can we achieve performance benefits through nutritional strategies with our regular diets? This session discusses the power of carbohydrates, proteins, fats and hydration to improve performance, and provide you with strategies you can use to help your clients.

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