010: Schwinn® Cycling Instructor Training and Advanced Coaching Clinic

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, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Lecture / Workshop presented by: Juliane Arney, and Jay Blahnik

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

011: STOTT PILATES® V2 MAX Plus—How to Create a Maximum-Impact Pilates Program (Full)

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, NSCA-CPT 0.70

Lecture / Workshop presented by: John Garey, MS, and PJ O'Clair

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.

012: A Taste of Inner IDEA®: A Body-Mind Experience

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

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

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.)

013: Critical Skills for Personal Training and Group Exercise Directors—Inspirational Leadership and

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

Lecture presented by: Alex McMillan, Mary Bratcher, MA, Shannon Fable, Sherri McMillan, MS, Amy Boone Thompson, Tony Tamules, Nicki Anderson, and Linda Freeman

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.

014: Compliance Coaching

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, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Lecture presented by: Susan Block-Vezina, Tiffany Crate, MS, and Jim Gavin, PhD

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

 

015: A World of Water: Water~Basics

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, NSCA-CPT 0.80, NSCA-CSCS 0.80

Lecture / Workshop presented by: Katharine McLarty, Yoko Holcombe, Bethany Diamond, and Kenneth Baldwin

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!

016: A World of Water: Water~Intensified (Full)

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, NSCA-CPT 0.80, NSCA-CSCS 0.80

Lecture / Workshop presented by: Yoko Holcombe, Kenneth Baldwin, Katharine McLarty, and Bethany Diamond

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

017: Function Litmus Test and the Science of Tweakology

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, NSCA-CPT 0.60, NSCA-CSCS 0.60

Lecture/Demo presented by: Chuck Wolf, MS

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.

018: FIT4MOM Presented by Stroller Strides®

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, NSCA-CPT 0.60, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Lecture / Workshop presented by: Lisa Druxman, MA, Farel Hruska, Hannah Sansone, Jen Weck, and Jan Weck

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.

150: Peak Pilates® Reformer Seamless Series Workshop (Standby Only)

CECs/CEUs: AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20

Workshop presented by: Sonia Rodriguez

Learn the meaning of what a “series” is in the classical system, and how “series” anchors the order, sequence and progression of the classical workout. The layering techniques/ progression guidelines for proper instruction will be examined. Series explored are: The FootWork Series, The Long Box Series, The Short Box Series; The Long Stretch Series, The Second Long Box Series and The Split Series. A must for any Pilates professional! BYOM

151: STOTT PILATES® Teaching Reformer to First-Timers

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, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: PJ O'Clair

The first session may be the most important group reformer class you teach. This workshop will give you the tools to ensure a motivating and stimulating class. Selected reformer exercises will be examined with an eye to maintaining pace and flow so the group can “feel” the workout while still ensuring proper technique. The use of demonstration, imagery and concise cuing and correcting will be discussed.

152: Balanced Body University: The Twisted Reformer (Standby Only)

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, NSCA-CPT 0.20, NSCA-CSCS 0.20

Workshop presented by: Nora St. John

Rotation is fundamental to functional movement and especially to activities such as golf, tennis and throwing sports. This workshop will teach you twisted variations on classical and contemporary reformer moves to add spice, fluidity and increased power to your reformer sessions. BYOM

153: STOTT PILATES® Split-Pedal Stability Chair (Standby Only)

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, NSCA-CPT 0.20, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: Michael Christensen

This workshop will introduce participants to a variety of exercises on the split-pedal stability chair. The capabilities of the chair will be described and demonstrated. See how this modality offers your clients/students the opportunity to perform functional work against spring resistance in a variety of positions (sitting, standing and lying). Here is an opportunity to train core stability while working bilaterally, unilaterally or reciprocally with the limbs. Repeated as session #464.

154: Yoga In Balance

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, NSCA-CPT 0.20, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: Lauren Eirk

Explore some of the most challenging postures in the practice of hatha yoga. Poses that require balancing on the feet/foot, hands, forearms, shoulders and head can be some of the most calming, meditative postures in yoga. Discover ways to achieve balance in these poses and learn the importance of the upper and lower extremities as they relate to core strength. BYOM

155: Yo-Chi-Ball®

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, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: Lawrence Biscontini, MA

Faithful to our principles of both functional alignment and core stability, we incorporate breathing techniques, yoga, tai chi, Pilates-inspired movement, and Feldenkrais® techniques. Experience yogic sun salutation as it is adapted for the stability ball! We will examine and apply mind-body principles so you have the tools to take your stability ball class into the next dimension of mind-body fitness! BYOM

156: Nautilus Institute™ Complete Circuit Training Program (Full)

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, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: Keli Roberts, and Jay Blahnik

The Nautilus Institute™ has developed a simple way for you to implement circuit training in your club. You will walk through the five diverse 15–30-minute circuit training programs and hear how the Nautilus Institute in-club training will give you the tools to implement a truly successful circuit. Note: This workshop is designed for club owners and program directors only. Repeated as session #266.

157: Dry Land Conditioning for Surfing (Full)

CECs/CEUs:

Workshop presented by: Lenita Anthony, MA

For those who thrive on the exhilarating feeling of riding a wave, regular workouts just don’t promise enough excitement—but clients who surf need serious, land-based training. Learn the physiological requirements for surfing and find out how to train for strength, endurance and balance on land. Note: Highly recommended for those participating in the IDEA Adventure Experience’s “Learn to Surf” session on Saturday, July 7. Limited to 30 people. There is no extra charge for this session.

160: Combat Interval Challenge (Standby Only)

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, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: Kimberly Spreen

Cardio kickboxing and athletic boot camp classes continue to gain in popularity, and for good reason—they’re easy to follow, give a fantastic workout and deliver great results! In this workshop you’ll learn to match kickboxing combinations with boot camp-style cardio drills and weight bearing power moves. Let the fun begin!

161: Dance-Step

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, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: Marc-Oliver Kluike

Learn revolutionary step choreography combined with dance. Whether you like funky rhythms, a touch of jazz, power moves or athletic accents, this choreography will add world-class creativity and intensity to your step workouts.

246: Strength Ball Training (Standby Only)

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CPT 0.20, NSCA-CSCS 0.20

Workshop presented by: Peter Twist, MSc

Re-examine how you use the medicine ball, stability ball and the fitball in your clients’ programs. This session will focus on balance, core stability, rotary power, force initiation and deceleration, and Linked System™ strength and how to invigorate your training sessions by providing you with new ideas and exercises incorporating these classic training tools. Progressions and modifications will be reviewed so you can design better programs for everyday clients, kids and athletes alike.

247: Core Control: Core Stabilization, The Why and How!

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CPT 0.20, NSCA-CSCS 0.20

Workshop presented by: Michelle Schwahn, PT

The interaction between deep core muscles and the nervous system play a significant role in proprioception as we perform all activities. This workshop will discuss and review the anatomy of the trunk, the superficial and deep core musculature and their intended functions. You will gain an understanding of how and why the deep core muscles become inhibited and delayed. We will also discuss the principle of “proximal stability before distal mobility.”

248: Movement Solutions

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CPT 0.20, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: Steve Percy, MS

Trainers will be introduced to three-dimensional isolated exercise patterning and dynamic functional movement exercises. This program involves a systematic application for the practical and clinical application of therapeutic and functional exercise for hip and spinal dysfunction. Note: This course is for trainers with significant background in biomechanics and assessment.

249: MVe™ For Personal Trainers

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CPT 0.20, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: Zoey Trap, MSc

Utilizing the concepts of compound super-setting, learn several lower and upper body sequences that will build strength and muscle without using traditional lifting modalities. Super-setting saves time, adds intensity and helps you build more muscle in an interesting way. This method of training is perfect for you if you’re looking for something fast and effective, and the MVe Fitness Chair offers a truly unique super-set experience. BYOM

250: STOTT PILATES® Essential Reformer

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, NSCA-CPT 0.20

Workshop presented by: Michael Christensen

This interactive workshop teaches participants select exercises from the STOTT PILATES® Essential Reformer repertoire with emphasis on exercise goals, movement patterns, breath patterns and alignment. The adjustments and safety concerns when working with the reformer will be explained, as well as the specific benefits of working with this type of equipment—strengthening and lengthening muscles, developing core stability and mind-body connection.

251: Balanced Body University: Reformer Modifications for Special Populations (Standby Only)

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, NSCA-CPT 0.20

Workshop presented by: Nora St. John

The reformer is a great exercise tool for clients of all abilities. Learn simple ways to modify common Pilates exercises for clients with low-back pain, osteoporosis, pregnancy and limited mobility. Use tools such as flex bands, towels, pillows and balls of all sizes to create a successful experience for every client.

252: Nia: Music and the Art of Listening

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, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: Carlos Rosas, and Debbie Rosas

Music is key to making fitness and movement expressive, healing and effective. Discover the power of sound and silence and develop the skill of listening to the sounds that move the body and coax it to be expressive and powerful, calm and centered. Learn to track and note sound so that choreography comes to life in dynamic and meaningful ways for student and teacher.

253: Buff Yoga by Crunch® (Standby Only)

CECs/CEUs: AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Workshop presented by: Jess Gronholm

Get buffed in this class that fuses strength training and core abdominal work with traditional yoga practices. Focus on a different muscle group each week to build the strength and stamina necessary for challenging yoga postures. BYOM

254: Power Systems®: Rock ‘N Roll Stretch

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, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: Aileen Sheron

This isn’t your average, sleepy stretch class! Join Aileen for a lively workshop that will roll out your kinks and lengthen your limbs. Learn how to incorporate the foam roller into your flexibility programming so you can transition smoothly from one body part to the next using easy-to-remember combinations and different methods of stretching. BYOM

255: Schwinn® Cycling: Class Design in No Time—The Clinic

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.30, AEA 1.50, AFAA 2.50, NASM-CGT 0.30, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.30, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: Juliane Arney

Creating, organizing and finding music for your cycling classes can take a tremendous amount of time. This workshop will provide you with a whole new way to approach class design, making it easy for you to develop your own great workouts in no time! Learn how to compartmentalize and catalog indoor cycling sets so classes are simple to remember, inspiring to coach and highly motivating for your students. You’ll design and ride two complete workouts in this extended, in-depth session created especially for IDEA attendees.

448: Schwinn® Cycling: Instructor’s Choice (Standby Only)

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, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: Stacey Lei Krauss

Chosen just for IDEA by your Schwinn Master Trainer, experience a complete ride sure to give you plenty of ideas and one heck of a workout! You might do a race day simulation or short sets of powerful hills and flats. You might even do team challenges that give you a chance to compete with the other riders in the room. Whatever happens, you can expect world-class coaching, motivation and high energy. Repeated as session #165.

449: M3 Empowerment by Keiser

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, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: Krista Popowych, BHK

Empower yourself and your students by improving your communication and instructing skills. Knowing what to say and how to say it, plus managing key class components such as format, flow and focus, will propel your students’ cycling workout from good to great. Learn how to be the best instructor you can possibly be, and inspire your students to leave your class feeling empowered.

450: Drag Force: Practical Aquatic Progressions (Standby Only)

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CPT 0.20, NSCA-CSCS 0.20

Workshop presented by: Laurie Denomme

Immerse yourself in a spectrum of movement ideas using water’s natural resistance. Discover appropriate progressions for the upper and lower extremities using drag equipment as a natural extension of water; integrate creative multi-plane movements for proven benefits. Learn practical applications for shoulder and knee injuries, active healthy adults and rheumatoid arthritis.

451: Moving Into Management: Keys to Your Success

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 2.00, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Lecture presented by: Karen Woodard-Chavez

In this workshop, you will discover the difference between management and leadership, see how to create professional boundaries that result in successful relationships, consider how to create a professional communication system, and take an inventory of your talent and history of accountability. Ultimately, you will gain a greater understanding of whether or not moving into management is the right move for you!

452: Servicing and Growing Your Sport Conditioning Market

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, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Lecture presented by: Peter Twist, MSc

Teenagers and kids are utilizing personal trainers for sport-specific training more than ever before. The adult market is also growing at an alarming rate, as fitness and sport athletes become more in tune with the benefits of a functional approach to training. Let’s take a look at these trends as a viable business venture, get tips on how you can provide the best service and grow your local sport conditioning market.

453: Cardio Training for Clients with Multiple Conditions

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, NSCA-CPT 0.20, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Lecture presented by: Cody Sipe, MS

What do you do when clients have multiple orthopedic and chronic health conditions and are severely limited in their abilities to perform even basic cardiovascular exercises? We will discuss the most common orthopedic and health conditions, detail exercise recommendations for their prevention and treatment, and provide strategies for dealing with those who have multiple issues.

454: Debunking Cardio Myths and Misconceptions

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, NSCA-CPT 0.20, NSCA-CSCS 0.20

Lecture presented by: Fabio Comana, MA, MS

Standard cardiovascular training guidelines demonstrate large margins of error that increase potential for client over- or under-training. Get the bottom line on their accuracy and discover new, effective ways to design cardiovascular training programs. This session includes discussion on fat and carbohydrate utilization during exercise, the value of aerobic base and anaerobic threshold, physiological adaptations to training, and progressions.

455: Gyrotonic® Group

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.00, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NASN 0.00, NFPT 0.00, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Workshop presented by: Vincent Macagnone

GYROTONIC® exercises AND GYROKINESIS® are making a big entrance this year at IDEA World Fitness Convention®. They’ll have their own room throughout the event so you can easily use the equipment and try both entry-level classes, which will be repeated during the convention. Find out why GYROTONIC equipment and training is being used worldwide in fitness, sports and rehabilitation centers by people of all ages. Repeated as sessions #144, 174, 244, 273, 304, 418 and 484.

456: It’s What You Don’t Say That Counts

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 2.00, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Lecture presented by: Shannon Fable

Some instructors have it! What quality do they possess that elevates their class from a workout to an experience? Allow yourself to be introduced to NLP, neurolinguistic programming, and how you can integrate these communication techniques to improve your client and member retention. Learn to create rapport, influence your members, use body language to your advantage, visualize achieving results, and practice effective negotiation skills. Excellent communication can create excellent results!

457: A Unique Look at the Knee Joint (Standby Only)

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, NSCA-CPT 0.20, NSCA-CSCS 0.20

Lecture/Demo presented by: Greg Roskopf, MA

My knee hurts when I walk down the stairs. I cannot squat due to knee pain. These are a few statements that we hear over and over again. Take an in-depth look at the knee joint and gain an understanding of how the muscles control knee joint function and how abnormal mechanics in the foot and the hip can affect the function at the knee. Gain tools for identifying muscular imbalances throughout the lower kinetic chain.

624: Cancellations, Excuses and Unrealistic Expectations (Standby Only)

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, NSCA-CPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00

Lecture presented by: Nicki Anderson

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 (Standby Only)

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, NSCA-CPT 0.20, NSCA-CSCS 0.20

Lecture presented by: Michelle Schwahn, PT

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)

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, NSCA-CPT 0.20, NSCA-CSCS 0.20

Workshop presented by: Alex McMillan

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 (Standby Only)

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, NSCA-CPT 0.20, NSCA-CSCS 0.20

Workshop presented by: Annette Lang, MS

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

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Lecture presented by: Fabio Comana, MA, MS

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.