010: IDEA’s Fitness Business Forum (Full)

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.70, ACSM 7.00, AFAA 8.00, NASM-CGT 0.70, NASM-CPT 0.70

Preconference presented by: Derrick Wilburn, MBA, Nicki Anderson, Todd Durkin, MA, and Tricia Schafer, JD

This full-day preconference workshop is for those who are:

Starting a personal training or other fitness-related business

New business owners (3 years or less)

Entrepreneurs Whether you’re an existing or new business owner or just beginning to plan your venture, this unique new all-day preconference program is a must for avoiding costly mistakes and building a distinct “fast-track” competitive edge in your market. Discover many of the secrets that most fitness business owners miss, and find out how to balance the personal and professional aspects of your life as your business grows. Get tips for your specific business from the most successful experts in the fitness industry. You can’t afford to miss this in-depth business development workshop.

011: Focus on Fitness Management—Success Through Synergy (For All Program Directors and Fitness Managers)

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.50, ACSM 5.00, AFAA 8.00, NASM-CGT 0.70, NASM-CPT 0.70

Preconference presented by: Bob Esquerre, MA, Darren Jacobson, Focus on Fitness Management Team, Lawrence Biscontini, MA, PJ O'Clair, and Sherri McMillan, MS

The most successful clubs and programs are those that successfully manage the total member experience by providing exemplary training and service. In order to do this well, it makes sense that the group exercise and personal training communities must work together. This preconference session offers real information and strategies for creating and nurturing synergistic relationships between these two crucial segments within our industry.

012: Nutrition in the News!

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.30, ACSM 3.00, AFAA 3.00, NASM-CGT 0.30, NASM-CPT 0.30

Preconference presented by: Jenna Bell-Wilson, PhD, RD, LD, Scott Josephson, MS, RD, and Shawn Dolan, PhD, RD

Join us for IDEA’s first-ever nutrition preconference session. We have assembled three topics that have been in the headlines over the last year. Come get the latest information on eating green for better health (and a better environment), the lowdown on sugar and sugar substitutes and the research on vitamin D and its far-reaching affects.

013: Schwinn® Cycling: Indoor Cycling Instructor Training Course

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.00, ACSM 9.00, AFAA 7.00, NASM-CGT 0.90, NASM-CPT 0.90

Preconference presented by: Jay Blahnik, and Juliane Arney

This information-packed day offers you the industry’s finest and most comprehensive indoor cycling instructor training, giving you everything you need to become the best instructor you can be. Bike fit, cycling physiology and mechanics, proper technique, the Schwinn Cycling Coaching Pyramid, and class design are thoroughly explained and experienced in an interactive format taught by Schwinn program creator Jay Blahnik and lead master trainer Julz Arney.

014: STOTT PILATES® Athletic Conditioning on the V2 Max Plus™ Reformer

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.00, ACSM 3.00, AFAA 3.25, NASM-CGT 0.30, NASM-CPT 0.30

Preconference presented by: John Garey, MS

Serious athletes—whether professional or amateur—benefit greatly from performance enhancement training. This high-caliber workout is designed for instructors and trainers working with very fit and accomplished athletes.

015: Just 2 Dance Instructor Training

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.00, ACSM 4.00, AFAA 3.00, NASM-CGT 0.40, NASM-CPT 0.40

Preconference presented by: Madonna Grimes, MA

This top-notch dance instructor training program is sure to get you on your way to becoming the newest, hottest teacher in your club or studio. Whatever your purpose or skill set, MaDonna will help you see your potential in this genre of fitness.

016: New Science of the Human Body: The MELT Living-Body Model™

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.60, ACSM 6.00, AFAA 4.50, NASM-CGT 0.60, NASM-CPT 0.60

Preconference presented by: Sue Hitzmann, MS

Do your clients have chronic tension or pain? Do you have pain? A recent survey of personal trainers and group exercise instructors found that over 88% experience chronic pain. In fact, 80% of all orthopedic injuries are sports or exercise induced. Although the fitness model has evolved by adding mind-body concepts and functional exercises, injuries are occurring at an alarming rate. Neurofascial science must be added to current fitness practices to reverse this trend. New research has revealed the root cause of pain in active people—dehydrated connective tissue that leads to an unresponsive NeuroCore™ system. These issues cannot be resolved with current exercise protocols, yoga or Pilates techniques. Even in the field of manual therapy, only a few techniques directly treat the neurofascial system.

017: STOTT PILATES® Intermediate Reformer on the V2 Max Plus™: Angle Advantage

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.00, ACSM 4.00, AFAA 3.00, NASM-CGT 0.40, NASM-CPT 0.40

Preconference presented by: PJ O'Clair

This interactive workshop explores the advantage of variable angles of resistance to facilitate and expand the existing STOTT PILATES intermediate reformer repertoire. Designed for participants already familiar with performing and teaching these exercises, this workshop will delve into the possibilities afforded by the V2 Max Plus Reformer’s adjustable pulley system and extensor straps.

018: Just 2 Dance Master Class

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.00, ACSM 0.00, AFAA 0.00, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Preconference presented by: Madonna Grimes, MA

Do you just want to dance? Join us for 60 minutes of hot, hot, hot hip-hop steps and moves from the 90s. This class is sure to get you fired up for IDEA World 2009!

191: Nia® Barefoot Cardio Arts

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 0.75, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Workshop presented by: Debbie Rosas

The body, movement, personal training and teaching group exercise is all about the art of fusion. Each represents the blending together of energies. Nia fuses the wisdom of the martial arts, incorporating physical, mindful and meditative techniques, tools for conditioning and self-discovery with dance to encourage self-expression, spontaneity, grace and fluidity, with the healing arts, integrative body therapies that provide self-healing and re-alignment tools. The result is a highly-adaptable, fit and healthy body, mind and spirit.

192: Personalized Aquatic Group Training

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 1.25, NASM 0.20, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Lecture presented by: Laurie Denomme

Attract more members to your aquatic fitness programs using personalized group training. Learn why this semi-private approach to fitness training is ideal for hospital-based wellness centers, fitness clubs and community aquatic facilities. We will provide the framework necessary to establish, implement and market small-group training for any niche market.

193: Implementing Mind-Body Into Your Personal Training Practice

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 1.25, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Lecture presented by: Lawrence Biscontini, MA

As fitness in the new millennium has evolved, so, too, has the job description of the personal trainer. We'll examine the full mind-body-spirit approach to personal training and see how "softer" forms of fitness incorporated into your existing and personal training regime can help you target the client's entire health profile (mind and spirit as well as body) and also increase your success.

194: Popular Diets: Promises and Pitfalls (Full)

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 1.25, NASM 0.20, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

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The media loves best-selling books about fad diets and weight control! Can they really help us get healthier, lose weight and improve athletic performance? Find out in this in-depth look at the practicality, sustainability and reality of today's most popular diets, including the South Beach Diet®, the Atkins™ Diet, the Zone™, Sugar Busters! and others.

195: Programming for Success and Profitability

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 1.25, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Lecture presented by: Debbie Bellenger, MA

Group exercise program directors! Discover how you can increase participant retention, referrals and the bottom line with examples of five great fee-based programs and five non-fee-based programs. Decide how and when it is appropriate to offer each, all while achieving fiscal goals. In addition, get tips on how your staff can increase the value of each member's experience so both members and staff are happy! Stay competitive in these incredibly challenging times!

196: Schwinn® Cycling: More Music Magic

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 0.75, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.00

Workshop presented by: Rob Glick

Music matters! And this updated workshop offers top tips for using music to the max. You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at how smart instructors choose and use music to create rides that are motivating and inspiring! Purchasing music online, playing amateur DJ with editing software, and using your iPod as the ultimate coaching tool will be discussed, but above all, come ready to experience the power of music as a motivator in one unstoppable ride!

197: Mix It Up! (Indoor Cycling)

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 0.75, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.00

Workshop presented by: Sandy Blumberg

Music is a key component to your indoor cycling experience and these days there are countless avenues to get new music to incorporate into your workouts. However, it is also very easy to become complacent and simply use the same genre and style of music. This session will discuss various styles of music, where to find them and how to incorporate them into your sessions to give you and your clients a jolt of something different.

198: Aqua Zumba® (Full)

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 0.75, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.00

Workshop presented by: Eliza Stone, and Joy Prouty

Combine the high energy of the Latin and international rhythms created in the original Zumba with water and you have this explosive and exciting aqua program. Get wet, get fit and get AQUA ZUMBA!

323: Bust a Move With BODYJAM®

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.00, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 0.75, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Workshop presented by: Gandalf Archer, and Rachael Cohen

BODYJAM is the cardio workout where you are free to enjoy the sensation of dance. An addictive fusion of the latest dance styles and hottest new sounds puts the emphasis as much on having fun as breaking a sweat. Funky instructors teach you to move with attitude through this workshop. So grab a friend, get front and center, and get high on the feeling of dance.

324: Up, Down and All Around (Step)

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 0.75, NASM 0.20, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Workshop presented by: Robert Steigele

Let's play with the rhythm, the floor and the step itself, for a fun step challenge. We'll look at planes of movement and how to create flow when adding variety to your choreography. Sometimes we're up, sometimes we're down, but there's definitely fun all around!

325: Boot Camp-The Airope™ Sampler Workout (Standby Only)

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 0.75, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Workshop presented by: Don Bahneman, MS, and Irene Lewis-McCormick, MS

In this workout, the participants will be exposed to a unique blend of high-intensity interval work and explosive power movements using the Airope, BOSU® Balance Trainer, medicine ball and stability ball. This class is great for athletes and your die-hard exercisers.

326: BOSU® Athletic Balance

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 0.75, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Workshop presented by: Douglas Brooks, MS

Using the BOSU Balance Trainer and BOSU Ballast® Ball, you will explore the theoretical and the mechanical foundations of dynamic integrated balance under changing conditions of instability and varied movement requirements. Innovative drills, technique cues and coaching commands are designed to help anyone move better by improving proprioception, stability, balance and muscular coordination.

327: Club Spotlight: Crunch® Presents FAME, The Class

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Workout presented by: Crunch Faculty

Inspired by the original film, globally-successful TV series, and now the new motion picture in theaters this September, here is your chance to be a part of Generation FAME! Like FAME, this class combines the unforgettable music, hard work, determination and foot-stomping dance of FAME, the pop culture phenomenon.

328: STOTT PILATES® Reformer for the Older Adult (Standby Only)

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 0.75, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Workshop presented by: Sally Belanger

This workshop will explore the benefits of working on the STOTT PILATES reformer for the older adult. Despite decrements associated with aging, the ability to adapt to endurance and strength training is well documented. Exercise modifications and considerations for limited mobility and strength issues will be discussed with a view to enhancing core stability, increasing lean muscle mass, increasing range of motion and improving body awareness.

329: The Integrated Reformer (Standby Only)

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 0.75, NASM 0.20, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Workshop presented by: Kathy Corey

How we move during the 165 hours per week that we are not exercising is more important than the 3 hours a week at the gym. We approach the reformer work from the standpoint of how it can be integrated into our daily activities, from standing to sitting at a desk, to moving through our daily tasks. Join us for this innovative, exploratory and informative program.

330: Peak Pilates®: MVe® Reformer Energize Workout (Full)

CECs/CEUs:

Workout presented by: Zoey Trap, MSc

Become one with the reformer by transferring the energy from your body, mind and soul to the reformer. This workout will move you in and out of extraordinary shapes with a focus on deep-core strength and fluid movement. Experience how fabulous it feels to move from the inside out with a sense of ease. You will love how your body will lengthen as it tones up in a new way that can only be achieved through Pilates.

331: Major League Yoga (Standby Only)

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 0.75, NASM 0.20, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Workshop presented by: Stacy McCarthy

Many athletes, as well as weekend warriors, have found that extra edge over the competition through the power of yoga. From football to golf, professional sports teams and Olympic-bound athletes have found that a regular practice of yoga increases flexibility, reduces stress, improves concentration and gives an overall feeling of wellness. Increase your skills and marketability by tapping into this growing market.

332: Be a Fitness Video Star!

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 1.25, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Lecture presented by: Tamilee Webb, MA

So you want to be a video fitness star? Everything you need to know about production from pre to post and marketing will be covered in this session. With over 50 consumer videos and 14 million sold, let Tamilee share how to make your production professional and a fun experience the first time.

505: 10 Great Programs That Increase Profit and Retention

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 2.00, NASM 0.20, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20

Lecture presented by: Laurie Cingle, MEd

This session is for program managers, directors and business owners. Discover how you can differentiate your enterprise from similar businesses/programs in your area. Get tips on how to spice up your existing programs and fire up your members (and staff) by launching new ones. You will walk away from this session with 10 programs that you can implement right away.

506: Schwinn® Cycling for Yogis

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20

Workshop presented by: Helen Vanderburg

Yoga offers cyclists the perfect cross-training tool: a powerful blend of focus, flexibility and strength to increase range of motion and reduce fatigue. Cycling instructors who practice or teach yoga will get tips on how to blend these formats in the cycling studio. A tiered approach to the yoga section provides a thoughtful approach to the cycling portion and allows for a truly integrated yoga-cycling experience.

507: Keiser® Cycling: TechnoRide

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20

Workshop presented by: Krista Popowych, BHK

Technology is a big part of our lives these days, and it certainly has a big presence in fitness. In this session, you will learn how to use Keiser M3's onboard computer to objectively monitor heart rate, time, distance, gear and power output. See how you can manipulate these vital components to create rides that focus on maximum fitness gains and increase motivation.

508: Gentle Aqua for Rheumatoid Conditions (Standby Only)

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20

Workshop presented by: Irene Lewis-McCormick, MS

Pilates and yoga-inspired movement is easy to teach and extremely effective for individuals with arthritis and fibromyalgia in water fitness classes. Replace the rebound and the splash with full range of motion, and neutral and grounded movement.

510: Culture Shock Master Class

CECs/CEUs:

Fun presented by: Culture Shock

Learn the latest hip-hop moves in this interactive session. There will be a donation of $10 to participate in this master class; proceeds will go to Culture Shock, a non-profit organization.

640: Double the Power: Pilates Precision and Yoga Flow (Standby Only)

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 1.25, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

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Combine the mind-body-spirit disciplines of yoga and Pilates and get the benefits of two workouts in one! Stretch from strength and flowing movement out of static, isometric postures. Link the philosophies of movement of two disciplines to create a focused, challenging, mindful workout that will be sure to leave your students strong, centered and stretched to their limit.

641: Current Concepts in Post-Op Care: Lumbar Spine

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM 0.20, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Lecture presented by: Scott Cheatham, DPT

This discussion will update fitness professionals on post-operative care for specific lumbar spine conditions. Participants will gain insight on how to safely progress their clients based on the body's own healing process. Techniques such as abdominal core and functional training will be discussed. This discussion is for fitness professionals who desire an in-depth understanding of advanced exercise prescription for the post-operative client.

642: Going Veg

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM 0.20, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

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There has been a recent surge in people turning to a vegetarian diet, for both ethical and health reasons. Though this type of diet is ideally optimal in terms of nutrition, it can also fall short of certain nutrients if not approached methodically. This session will delineate how to assure a complete vegetarian diet and describe effective ways to counsel your clients to go "veg" or stay "veg" the right way.

643: Chasing Pheidippides: Marathon Training 101

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM 0.20, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

Lecture presented by: Jason Karp, PhD

From the time the ancient Greek runner Pheidippides ran from Sparta to Marathon to announce the Greeks' victory in the Battle of Marathon, humans have had a compelling interest in endurance running. With over 300 marathons in the U.S. each year, and a few hundred thousand people running them, it is likely that one of your clients is interested in running a marathon. This presentation will walk you through the process of preparing your clients for a marathon, including tapering and delaying fatigue during the race.

644: Small-Group Training: A Win-Win!

CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM 0.20, NASM-CGT 0.10, NASM-CPT 0.10

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Maximize your hourly earning potential, professional exposure and referral streams while saving your clients money. Get tools for creating and running a successful group by finding a target market, offering a quality fitness program, and marketing and advertising in your club or community.