IDEA World Fitness Convention™: The World's Largest, Most Comprehensive and Longest-Running Fitness Convention
SAVE THE DATE: The 2011 IDEA World Fitness Convention will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center on August 11-14, 2011.
2011 IDEA World Fitness Convention information is now available! Visit this link: http://www.ideafit.com/conference/idea-world-fitness-convention-2011
2010 conference recap: Over 5,000 attendees gathered in Los Angeles, California on August 4-8, 2010 for the 26th annual IDEA World Fitness Convention. The event took place in the heart of L.A. LIVE — the most exciting new destination in Southern
California and steps away from the Los Angeles Convention Center!
Attendees received 5 days of rewarding, rich fitness education with special guests including: Mario Lopez, Andre Agassi, the U.S. Surgeon General, plus 350+ groundbreaking sessions, 155 industry experts, 160+ fitness companies, and much more!
The IDEA World Fitness Convention is the #1 largest international fitness event in the WORLD — with up to 23 CECs and over 98% satisfaction rating. We hope to see you at the 2011 IDEA World Fitness Convention in Los Angeles!
Sessions
All Sessions
143: GRAVITYGroup® :: Compound Structure Two™ 
(Full)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Rob Glick
Time Block D - Thursday, 8:00-9:50am
Looking to increase your members’ workout intensity? GRAVITYGroup :: Compound Structure Two is your answer. Here’s your chance to experience innovative compound movements that challenge balance, coordination and dynamic stabilization. Utilizing the principle of proximal stability with distal mobility, this workshop emphasizes three-dimensional complex movements to increase workout intensity.
144: Kranking®-The Next Revolution in Fitness (Standby Only)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Jim Karanas, MS
Time Block D - Thursday, 8:00-9:50am
Experience the Krankcycle®, an incredible piece of equipment that provides your clients/students with cardiovascular training, cross-training for the lower body, functional training and postural balance for the upper body and core, and alternative strength training needs for individuals that do not like to lift weights. This workshop serves as a basic introduction to the Krankcycle and the Kranking Training System. It will also offer information on the basic operation and use of the Krankcycle and how to integrate this program in your club. Repeated as session 514.
145: Movement Observation and Coaching 
(Full)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Lecture / Workshop presented by: Paul Juris, EdD
Time Block D - Thursday, 8:00-9:50am
A strength-building exercise, from the motor learning perspective, is an expression of motor skill. Today’s functional approach to strength training poses significant challenges to performers who must develop appropriate movement solutions to often complex movement tasks. This workshop will present methods for the decomposition of motor tasks into their constituent parts, and identify critical prerequisite skills that performers must possess in order to execute these movements.
146: Cross Currents 
(Standby Only)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Bethany Diamond
Time Block D - Thursday, 8:00-9:50am
Circuit training, sometimes referred to as a metabolic circuit, is a high-intensity activity followed by recovery sets to produce body composition changes. In this session, we will discuss how water has always been a great environment for circuit training.
147: STOTT PILATES® Reformer Workout for Men 
(Standby Only)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: STOTT PILATES FACULTY
Time Block D - Thursday, 8:00-9:50am
Adding specially-designed STOTT PILATES reformer exercises to a male client’s routine will boost athletic performance and strengthen the core to minimize the risk of injury. Learn how to tackle this total-body workout for optimum strength, endurance agility and conditioning. Discover how adding handheld toning balls to a reformer workout can build coordination and challenge the body from the inside out.
148: YogaWorks®: Back-Bending Flow 
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 0.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Malachi Melville
Time Block D - Thursday, 8:00-9:50am
In this back-bending flow class, we will move through a series of poses linked by vinyasas that focus on opening up and strengthening all the parts of the body that support backbends. In order for a backbend to feel good, the shoulders, chest, hip flexors and spine need to be warmed up and educated. In this class, we will flow in and out of poses systematically, preparing you for bigger backbends.
149: Caffeinated Pilates (Standby Only)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: June Kahn
Time Block D - Thursday, 8:00-9:50am
Energize and empower your students with this awakening, fresh and uplifting approach to Pilates mat work through a flowing combination of Pilates progressions in a smooth and graceful format. We’ll challenge the core while incorporating fluid transitions for seamless routines. Gather endless ideas and charge up your routines by adding an eclectic twist to your Pilates workouts. No equipment is used in this session.
150: The Intrinsic Core Utilizing the ChiBolster?
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Leslee Bender
Time Block D - Thursday, 8:00-9:50am
Many think of the core as only the torso. In this session, we’ll discuss the how and why the core can be found through the arch of the foot. We’ll discover the meridians of the body through this technique of fascial release, ultimately affecting the way we actually feel. This session is for the trainer looking to go deeper into the world of human movement. Please bring a yoga mat to this session.
151: Indo-Row®: The Perfect Calorie Burn
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Jay Blahnik, and Keli Roberts
Time Block D - Thursday, 8:00-9:50am
This hot, new workout that was offered for the first time at the 2009 IDEA World Fitness Convention™ is back! Indo-Row is a one-of-a-kind rowing workout that will truly change the way you think about group exercise. Working in teams, partners and as one crew, you will get world-class coaching and a transforming total-body workout that will leave you begging for more. Easy to learn, Indo-Row is perfect for group exercise instructors and personal trainers. No experience is necessary. Repeated as sessions 115 (WO), 346, 376, 401 and 515.
152: Are We Speaking the Same Language? Functional Nomenclature Defined! 
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.75, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Lecture presented by: Gary Gray, PT, and Doug Gray
Time Block D - Thursday, 8:00-9:50am
There is a tremendous need for fitness professionals in the movement science industry to be able to clearly and completely identify any and all types of movement (exercises). This session introduces the principles and structure that will enable all trainers to identify, designate and apply movement with precision. With this foundational knowledge, trainers will not only be able to accurately describe functional movements, but they may also use this system to design effective exercise programs.
Wednesday
020: YogaWorks®: SmartFlow Yoga— Deconstructing the Sun Salutation (WS)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.00, ACSM 0.00, AFAA 4.75, NASM-CGT 0.70, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.60, NESTA 0.00, NETA 6.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.60, W.I.T.S. 6.00
Premier Seminar presented by: Jesse Schein
Wednesday, 9:00am-4:00pm
Many yoga practices begin with, and are centered around, surya namaskar, the sun salutation. In this very special session, participants will experience a strong flowing practice based on sun salutations. Then, we’ll look at the functional anatomy of the shoulder girdle, focusing on how and why the joints and muscles work together to bring power and freedom to this area. Next, we’ll bring our awareness into each of the elements of this beautiful sequence; and finally, invite this ancient ritual to the sun to move us into the bliss of intelligent, flowing movement.
021: Celebrity Fortune and Fame! (L) 
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.60, ACSM 0.60, AFAA 4.75, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.00, NESTA 0.60, NETA 6.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00, W.I.T.S. 6.00
Premier Seminar presented by: John Spencer Ellis, EdD, MBA
Wednesday, 9:00am-4:00pm
Why be an average trainer when you can be a celebrity! Have you ever seen a fitness celebrity on TV and said to yourself “That should be me!” If so, this is the session for you. Your step-bystep blueprint for success begins with just showing up!
022: YogaWorks®: Rock and Roll Flow Yoga for Athletes and Fitness Buffs (WS)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.00, ACSM 0.00, AFAA 3.75, NASM-CGT 0.50, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.40, NESTA 0.00, NETA 4.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00, W.I.T.S. 4.00
Premier Seminar presented by: YogaWorks® Faculty
Wednesday, 10:00am-3:00pm
Part A: Rock and Roll Flow Yoga (WO) 10:00am–12 Noon: This is NOT your typical yoga class. Be prepared to sweat and have your butt kicked during this tough flow class set to a soundtrack that includes everything from classic rock to trance in Vinnie’s signature blend of hot, intense vinyasa flow yoga and precise alignment. This is yoga that will tone, strengthen and lengthen your muscles. It provides a moving meditation as the music helps you become centered, calming your busy mind. You’ll get a workout unlike any other yoga class you’ve ever taken.
023: STOTT PILATES® Pilates With Props, Levels 1 & 2 (WS)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.40, ACSM 4.00, AFAA 3.00, NASM-CGT 0.40, NASM-CPT 0.40, NCCPT 0.40, NESTA 0.40, NETA 4.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.40, W.I.T.S. 4.00
Premier Seminar presented by: John Garey, MS
Wednesday, 1:00-5:00pm
Need to add some interest to your Matwork™ routine? This innovative and upbeat mat-based
workshop features exercises that increase in intensity and challenge. Beginning with those
from the Level 1 workout, learn how to incorporate the Flex-Band® exerciser, Fitness Circle®
resistance ring and Toning Balls™ to develop classes that will challenge and stimulate you and
your clients. First-level exercises will serve to develop core strength and stability, while those
in the second level will focus on mobility and agility. These workouts will give you tons of new
024: Spinning®: Everest “The Ride” (WO)
CECs/CEUs: AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20
Premier Seminar presented by: Josh Taylor
Wednesday, 6:00-8:00pm
Everest has become a universal symbol of human achievement…it is a metaphor for life. In
life we are all climbing mountains—struggling to discover more about our own abilities and
achieving success. The challenge is to push aside our fears and limitations, have a wish, pursue
a dream and focus on a goal. Tackle your own summit and never ever give up on yourself. Make
the promise, commit to the journey, push yourself to the next level and find Mastery…for you
know in the end it will be worth it. Enjoy the adventure! The time has come, and it is time to
025: NFPT: Help All Clients With Partner-Assisted PNF and AIS Stretching (WS)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.60, ACSM 6.00, AFAA 3.00, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.60, NCCPT 0.60, NESTA 0.60, NETA 6.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.60, W.I.T.S. 6.00
Premier Seminar presented by: Felix Doval
Wednesday, 9:00am-4:00pm
This course has been developed specifically for certified personal trainers who work with a variety of clients, ranging from professional and amateur athletes, to weekend warriors, general fitness clients and those who are in severely deconditioned states. The primary focus will be on how to properly perform and administer partner-assisted stretches utilizing proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) and/or active-isolated stretching (AIS) techniques.
Thursday
161: Quadristeps
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Yoav Avidar
Time Block E - Thursday, 10:10am-12:00pm
Not 1, not 2, not 3, but… 4 steps! A true multiple-step session challenge. Join the master, Yoav, in this exciting journey on, around and between the steps. In this workshop, you'll get plenty of tips to create an unforgettable, multilevel step fantasy for your students!
162: Strong From All Angles
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Rob Glick, and Kimberly Spreen
Time Block E - Thursday, 10:10am-12:00pm
Experience how the SPRI® Slanted Riser™ transforms the Step® into an incline/decline bench. This session teaches unique triplex strength-conditioning routines using a combination of traditional resistance exercises and movement patterns that incorporate the cumulative-load intensity training principle. Combine this high-intensity strength-conditioning session with “Take the Next Step” (session #392) cardio training workshop for even more slanted-riser programming ideas.
163: S.O.S. (Seniors On Strength)…The Sequel
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Carey Fraley
Time Block E - Thursday, 10:10am-12:00pm
This dynamic combination of strength development and cardiovascular conditioning for the active older adult will offer both a challenge and a fun atmosphere that will keep your seniors coming back for more. Simple choreography and basic functional exercises, utilizing exercise tubing, gliding disks and the stability ball, will add variety to your classes while including the necessary components for improving the ability to complete daily activities with ease.
164: Zumba® Toning
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Jani Roberts
Time Block E - Thursday, 10:10am-12:00pm
What’s intense, easy to follow and a fantastic workout? Zumba Toning—The Workout! Learn how to sculpt and tone your body by incorporating the hottest and most challenging choreography using the Zumba Toning Sticks. Get your heart and muscles pumping while you are dancing to the new Zumba routines. This class is your opportunity to expand your fitness knowledge in a fun and brand-new way! Repeated as session 534.
165: Four Top Guns, Four Training Zones-Athletic Training That Brings It! (Standby Only)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Time Block E - Thursday, 10:10am-12:00pm
Join four top conditioning coaches as they bring you an authentic and effective fusion of their individual approaches to training. Learn some of their strategies and techniques for developing dynamic warm-ups and cutting-edge cool-downs. Experience speed, agility and deceleration training, strength and power development, and fast-paced metabolic conditioning at its finest. Vital information will be presented in each section focusing on the why behind the fun.
166: Energy Systems for the Game of Life
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Scott Hopson
Time Block E - Thursday, 10:10am-12:00pm
Energy system development (ESD) is almost exclusively thought of as the cardio portion of our training, with little consideration given to its impact on the whole person. This session explores the power of purposeful ESD… its impact on mind, body and spirit as well as how to synchronize ESD training with other training components for real results that will have your clients feeling, looking and functioning better. We will outline some creative techniques with hands-on components using reactive training, speed, agility, quickness and the pure enjoyment of games.
167: MELT®-Adding Hands-Off Bodywork to Group Exercise
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Sue Hitzmann, MS
Time Block E - Thursday, 10:10am-12:00pm
It’s time to take a proactive approach to aging and longevity. Delve into the innovative science that is allowing us to sustain wellness far into our retirement years. MELT is the very first hands-off bodywork treatment that reveals the missing link to pain-free living: a balanced nervous system and healthy connective tissue (the neurofascial system). Tap into this system and learn the “4-R’s” of MELTing. This is not just another myofascial release techniques session. We’ll show you new ways to use a foam roller.
168: Bridging the Gap Between Rehabilitation and Performance: Multidirectional Movement
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Sue Falsone, MS, PT
Time Block E - Thursday, 10:10am-12:00pm
If you have athletic clients who are done rehabilitating from an injury, but are not quite ready to engage in high-level training (or return to full participation in a particular sport), this session is for you. Join us as we take a look at the performance-training continuum. Movement efficiency and motor learning will be discussed, as they are critical factors in developing high-performance athleticism. This session will focus on returning to multidirectional movement, thereby helping your clients to get back to serious performance training.
169: Schwinn® Cycling: Break It Up!
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Mindy Mylrea
Time Block E - Thursday, 10:10am-12:00pm
Whether you’ve got new riders who aren’t sure about being on the bike for an entire class, or time-pressed fitness enthusiasts needing to multitask, come learn how you can give them each a fantastic workout experience by inserting a smart progression of off-the-bike breaks into your cardio segments! We’ll add in posture strengtheners, lower-body shapers and active flexibility. This new format preserves the authenticity of the ride and offers newbies and advanced riders a fun, effective way to get fit. This workshop includes a complete ride experience with detailed notes.
170: Spinning®: Ladder Up
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Sabrina Fairchild
Time Block E - Thursday, 10:10am-12:00pm
Ladders are a fun way to incorporate intervals. Planning ahead is crucial, so the lecture presents how to accurately create special ladder profiles. Guidelines will be given for aerobic ladders and anaerobic ladders and a ride will follow with a sample of both.
Friday
362: Step It Up
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Eve Fleck, MS
Time Block K - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Session Update: The Final Step by Patrick Goudeau has been changed to Step It Up with Eve Fleck, MS.
363: Powerful Teaching: Dance-Inspired High-Low
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Carol Murphy
Time Block K - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
If you ever wondered how to motivate people to move, dance-inspired cardio is for you. It’s the ideal combination of energy, creativity and fun in a workshop that shows you how to create and successfully teach an endless array of heart-pumping, calorie-burning cardio workouts. You’ll learn the base moves, movement transitions and choreography-building methods that are critical to class success. Experience a master class that will excite and delight, plus take away key strategies for creating a winning workout experience for all.
364: Zumbatomic®: The Zumba® Kids Workout
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Gina Grant
Time Block K - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Exercise programs for kids are incredibly important in order to prevent childhood obesity and excessive sedentary behavior. Zumbatomic was developed with this in mind. Kids love to dance, wiggle and sing along to great songs. We will teach you how to fuse the Zumba formula, Zumba basic skills and dynamic Zumbatomic choreography to create a fun workout and bring out the Zumba Kid in you!
365: TRX® Group Circuit Training (Standby Only)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Dan McDonogh
Time Block K - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Individualized training in a motivating group exercise environment! This group strength workout uses timed sets and a grueling boot camp format to give participants an all-body burn in record time. Use nothing but your participant’s body weight and the TRX to bring a completely new element to your group program and light up your studio like never before.
366: Kettlebell Basics for General Fitness (Standby Only)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Sean Armstead
Time Block K - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Kettlebell training is growing in popularity within our industry and can be a fun and innovative full-body workout option for your clients. Due to the structure of various models of kettlebells, and the common movement tendencies and need for skillful execution, quality empowering instruction is vital. In this session, we will explore the basics of the kettlebell swing and how to properly perform presses, jerks and other movements using the kettlebell.
367: Where Do I Start? The Trainer's Guide to Exercise Prescription
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.75, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Peter Chiasson
Time Block K - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
If you are a new trainer, or simply need a refresher course on assigning the right exercises to your clients, this is the course for you. We’ll discuss injury prevention through orthopedic assessment by looking at what bones are made of and how they are formed. We’ll also look at what gets in the way of motion and how we tend to compensate for limitations in motion. More importantly, we’ll examine why the maintenance of muscular availability around a joint is imperative for optimal joint function.
368: Corrective Exercise Solutions Using Myofascial Lines (Full)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Bill Sonnemaker, MS
Time Block K - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Session Update: Spartan Training for Personal Trainers by Juan Carlos Santana has been changed to Corrective Exercise Solutions Using Myofascial Lines with Bill Sonnemaker, MS.
369: Schwinn® Cyling: Total Time Trial Redux
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Keli Roberts
Time Block K - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
A 100% high-end endurance immersion, the time trial is the ultimate test of a rider’s physical fitness and mental toughness! In this remix of one of Schwinn’s most popular real-road ride workshops, you’ll learn how both individual and team time trials work and how athletes train for them. Then, challenge yourself and your teammates in three different time trial simulations and learn how to bring the crowd-pleasing impact and fitness benefits of time-trialing back to your classes at home! This workshop includes a complete ride experience with detailed notes.
370: Spinning®: Hill Assault
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Scott Schlesinger
Time Block K - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
One rider. One bike. One hill. Hill Assault is a ride that takes the campaign of conquering a challenge to a new level. Attack a hill using eight different methods to master this Strength Energy Zone™ ride. Step onto the battlefield where your physical and mental capacity will be put to the test. Learn how to apply this profile within the Strength Energy Zone. Repeated as session 737.
371: Keiser® Striding: Stride-Tastic (Full)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Krista Popowych, BHK
Time Block K - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Indoor elliptical classes are the ultimate in group cardio workouts. Be one of the first to try the Keiser M5 and experience an innovative workout that will have you striding, hiking and sprinting. Learn key movement patterns, discover how to implement a variety of training methods and then monitor your progress by using your own onboard computer. It’s fun, sweat-invoking and a fantastic workout. Be on the cutting edge with the Keiser M5 Strider. Repeated as session 511.
Saturday
553: Overtraining: It's All Relative
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.75, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Lecture presented by: Greg Roskopf, MA
Time Block Q - Saturday, 9:40-11:30am
As trainers, you see clients of varying levels of physical conditioning. Your clients may also experience limited results due to existing dysfunctions or pain, and their diagnosis has an impact on how they will respond to exercise. If exercise is too stressful, regardless of how limited it may be, it can place your clients in a state of overtraining. In this class, we will look at the components of overtraining and discuss how, in the wrong environment, exercise can have a negative affect on hormone balance, protein synthesis and ultimately, recovery.
560: Variable Resistance
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Aileen Sheron
Time Block S - Saturday, 2:45-4:35pm
This challenging tubing class will teach you how to work the body effectively using just one resistance tube. Standing, sitting and floor work will leave you with dozens of safe and fun ways to combine muscle groups. Smooth transitions and creative combinations will give you the tools to offer your students a totally tubular workout.
561: Step On-the-Fly!
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Kim Miller
Time Block S - Saturday, 2:45-4:35pm
Do you make up step choreography on the way to the gym? If the answer is “yes” this workshop is for you! We will take a look at some tried-and-true choreography that is easy to layer, interesting, but easy enough to teach and easy to learn…even at the last minute. Join Kim to pick up a few tricks that you can use the next time you are in a rut and need some quick choreography!
562: Essential Step Skills
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Rebecca Small
Time Block S - Saturday, 2:45-4:35pm
Do you find it hard to teach a step class? Do you find yourself using an ad-hoc methodology that has no real logic or clear structure? If you answered yes or feel like you could improve your basic step teaching skills, then this workshop is for you. This session has been designed for instructors who are looking for the essential skills needed to put together a balanced, logical, step class that flows from start to finish. Rebecca will give you a foolproof formula that will take the guesswork out of designing and teaching your step classes.
563: Resist-A-Ball® Fusion
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Carol Murphy
Time Block S - Saturday, 2:45-4:35pm
Strength training, Pilates or yoga? Why choose? Imagine a squat, mermaid and sun salutation all in one fluid workout and you’ll get a good sense of Resist-A-Ball Fusion. This is a flowing, rhythmic class that any instructor can lead, even without extensive yoga or Pilates teacher training. By integrating fundamental core strengthening moves with precise alignment from Pilates and the mind-body engagement from yoga, you get a unique practice that fuses three of the most popular choices in fitness today. Your members will never need to choose again.
564: Baby Boomer Bounce
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Milo Levell
Time Block S - Saturday, 2:45-4:35pm
Can’t get enough of the Motown sound? Milo takes songs right out of the Motown vault, “signed, sealed and delivered” directly to you. This low-impact, cardio dance session is designed to give a smooth workout that is full of the flavor that brings back memories! We’re not done yet! Milo will then take you through a weight-resistant workout (using little or no weight) that can be adapted to your senior participants. So, if you “wanna throw your hands up and shout” about the good ole days, you won’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind workshop!
565: TRX® Circuits for Metabolic Training (Standby Only)
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Fraser Quelch
Time Block S - Saturday, 2:45-4:35pm
Are you ready to integrate the TRX Suspension Trainer™ into the latest hard-core trend? Participants in this session will push themselves through a number of fast-paced circuits that capitalize on the unique full-body integration, exercise versatility and unmatched transition capability that makes the TRX the perfect complement to this intense style of training.
566: Sport-Specific Training For Youth
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Brett Klika
Time Block S - Saturday, 2:45-4:35pm
There is a large demographic of young athletes who are looking for a competitive edge. Significant pressure to specialize in one sport is being applied at younger ages. This has created a youth athletic environment full of injury, frustration and burnout. This hands-on workshop addresses the importance of general athletic development for youth. Learn 10 skills that every young athlete should master, regardless of the sport, to improve performance and prevent injury for the rest of their career.
567: Learning to Function…on the Ground
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.20, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Lenny Parracino
Time Block S - Saturday, 2:45-4:35pm
On the ground, as well as in upright function, we use the ground reaction force, gravity, momentum, other muscle forces, purpose, our hands and feet—all as drivers to produce the motion we desire. Rarely do we hold or statically plank. We are task oriented and therefore we move. In fact, stability requires motion. Please join us for this unique session where you will experience the principles, strategies and the application of three-dimensional on-ground functional matrixes. This session is for all fitness professionals.
568: Practical Approach to Posture Re-Education
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.20, NESTA 0.20, NETA 2.00, NFPT 1.00, NSCA-CSCS 0.00, W.I.T.S. 2.00
Workshop presented by: Shari Kalkstein
Time Block S - Saturday, 2:45-4:35pm
This seminar will provide you with insight and understanding into some of the physical changes that occur in the spines of older adults. Actual exercises performed by older adults (ages 70+) will be viewed and discussed during the presentation portion, followed by a lab where attendees will practice and learn exercises, allowing them to immediately adopt and adapt these approaches for their clients.
Sunday
743: Group Ex Pro: Streamlining Group Ex Management
CECs/CEUs: AFAA 1.75, NASM-CGT 0.00
Lecture presented by: Shannon Fable
Time Block V - Sunday, 9:40-11:00am
Session Update: Session has moved to Timeblock D, please see session 157
744: Diabetes and Exercise 
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 1.25, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.10, NESTA 0.10, NETA 1.00, NFPT 0.50, NSCA-CSCS 0.10, W.I.T.S. 1.00
Lecture presented by: Roberta Anding, MS, RD
Time Block V - Sunday, 9:40-11:00am
Diabetes is a complex endocrine disorder that affects the body’s ability to regulate glucose, and insulin secretion and utilization. Loss of normal insulin physiology results in changes in how fuel is used in the body, and how storage and hydration occurs. Many clients with diabetes have macro- or micro-vascular complications from their disease, which alters their ability to fuel appropriately, maintain hydration status and train. This session will review type 1 and type 2 diabetes and the metabolic complications that are associated with this disorder.
745: Understanding the Powerful Relationship Between Omega-3 and Protein
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.10, ACSM 1.00, AFAA 1.25, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NCCPT 0.10, NESTA 0.10, NETA 1.00, NFPT 0.50, NSCA-CSCS 0.10, W.I.T.S. 1.00
Lecture presented by: Jeff Leighton, PhD
Time Block V - Sunday, 9:40-11:00am
Exercise is a form of trauma. “No pain, no gain” is a great slogan but it has its downside. Pain resulting from exercise results in muscle loss via inflammatory mediators called cytokines. Omega-3 oil can modify inflammation and make protein supplements more effective, as well as optimize exercise periods. This lecture will provide many powerful nutritional insights, such as how to deal better with inflammation, disease prevention, and improved training and recovery times.
