2013 IDEA Personal Trainer Institute™ Sessions
All Sessions
304: Super Flexibility Highways (Full)
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 3.00, ACE 0.30, ACSM 3.00, CHEK 3.00, CI 3.00, ISFTA 1.50, ISSA 3.00, NASM 0.30, NCSF 1.50, NESTA 0.30, NPI 3.00, NSCA 0.30, PTAG 3.00
Workshop presented by: Chuck Wolf, MS
Time Block F - Saturday, 8:45-11:35am
This workshop blends the information from two popular presentations. Super Flexibility Highways examines the six integrated chain relationships to attain optimal function and performance. This lecture/workshop will explore the regional body relationships that exist to promote integrated flexibility and performance. Strategic movement pattern progressions will enhance the proprioception of the soft tissue to maintain strength within each of the six Flexibility Highways and enrich movement performance.
305: TPPT: Foot and Lower-Leg Myofascial Matrix
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 3.00, ACE 0.30, ACSM 3.00, CHEK 3.00, CI 3.00, ISFTA 1.50, ISSA 3.00, NASM 0.30, NCSF 1.50, NESTA 0.30, NPI 3.00, NSCA 0.30, PTAG 3.00
Workshop presented by: Cassidy Phillips
Time Block F - Saturday, 8:45-11:35am
Building a better base and a solid platform for human movement is paramount to achieving higher levels of performance. In this session, we will discuss the suspension of the lower leg and how myofascial compression techniques (MCT) can be used so optimal movement of the foot and lower leg can occur. Addressing the defined myofascial matrix will allow you to free the foot for proper muscle activation and allow the optimization of total-body movement to improve speed, agility and quickness.
306: Functional Posture and Core Exercises for the Aging Spine
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 3.00, ACE 0.30, ACSM 3.00, CHEK 3.00, CI 3.00, ISFTA 1.50, ISSA 3.00, NASM 0.30, NCSF 1.50, NESTA 0.30, NPI 3.00, NSCA 0.30, PTAG 3.00
Workshop presented by: Shari Kalkstein
Time Block F - Saturday, 8:45-11:35am
Gain insight and understanding into some of the physical changes that occur in the spines of older adults. Several degenerative conditions, along with osteoporosis, will be briefly discussed along with how to address them through appropriate/safe posture and abdominal/core strengthening exercises. Actual exercises performed by adults over 70 will be viewed and discussed, followed by a lab where attendees will practice what they have learned so that they can adopt and adapt the exercises for their clients back home.
307: A Unique Look at Back Pain
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 3.00, ACE 0.30, ACSM 3.00, CHEK 3.00, CI 3.00, ISFTA 1.50, ISSA 3.00, NASM 0.30, NCSF 1.50, NESTA 0.30, NPI 3.00, NSCA 0.30, PTAG 3.00
Lecture presented by: Greg Roskopf, MA
Time Block F - Saturday, 8:45-11:35am
Treating low-back pain is a billion-dollar industry. In this session, you'll not only get tools to assess for core/spinal stability, you’ll also see how imbalances in the hips, legs and feet can place increased stress on the spine. Learn a unique approach to achieve spinal stability. This class is a must for any trainer who is frustrated by the physical limitations that come with clients who complain of back pain.
308: Carbohydrates—Their Role in Changing Body Composition, Weight Management and Performance (Full)
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 3.00, ACE 0.30, ACSM 3.00, CHEK 3.00, CI 3.00, ISFTA 1.50, ISSA 3.00, NASM 0.30, NCSF 1.50, NESTA 0.30, NPI 3.00, NSCA 0.30, PTAG 3.00
Lecture presented by: Jenna Bell, PhD, RD, LD, and Steven Hertzler, PhD, RD
Time Block F - Saturday, 8:45-11:35am
This session will present evidence-based information on the importance and effect of consuming carbohydrates before, during and after exercise. The importance of type, quantity, form and timing of carbohydrate ingestion will also be reviewed. The impact of carbohydrate intake on body composition, appetite and weight management will be addressed. Participants will learn the truth about some common carbohydrate myths and learn ways to better educate their clients about carbohydrates in general.
309: Perform Better®: Blueprint for Success in the Fitness Industry (Full)
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 3.00, ACE 0.30, ACSM 3.00, CHEK 3.00, CI 3.00, ISFTA 1.50, ISSA 3.00, NASM 0.30, NCSF 1.50, NESTA 0.30, NPI 3.00, NSCA 0.30, PTAG 3.00
Lecture presented by: Todd Durkin, MA
Time Block F - Saturday, 8:45-11:35am
As the fitness industry evolves, there are several extremely important foundational principles and practices you need to know about. Todd will share his key business principles and systems, including client acquisition, client retention, creative revenue-generating ideas, grassroots marketing, social media, building world-class customer service and culture, and how to build a winning team. Get ready for some creative, out-of-the-box thinking, backed by years of proven results and experience.
310: New Insights Into Chronic Pain (Full)
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 3.00, ACE 0.30, ACSM 3.00, CHEK 3.00, CI 3.00, ISFTA 1.50, ISSA 3.00, NASM 0.30, NCSF 1.50, NESTA 0.30, NPI 3.00, NSCA 0.30, PTAG 3.00
Lecture presented by: Sue Hitzmann, MS
Time Block F - Saturday, 8:45-11:35am
How can you help clients reduce chronic pain and remain active? What strategies are needed to intervene so pain doesn't become chronic? Understanding the difference between acute, chronic and sudden chronic pain allows you to better reduce healing time and risk of injury, and build strategies to keep your clients out of the chronic pain cycle. Find out more about the root causes of pain and the new science behind how to reduce and even eliminate chronic pain with Hands-Off Bodywork™.
311: Progressing Beginning Clients
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 3.00, ACE 0.30, ACSM 3.00, CHEK 3.00, CI 3.00, ISFTA 1.50, ISSA 3.00, NASM 0.30, NCSF 1.50, NESTA 0.00, NPI 3.00, NSCA 0.30, PTAG 3.00
Lecture presented by: Tom Purvis, PT
Time Block F - Saturday, 8:45-11:35am
Examine the vital principles and practical realities for progressing beginners in an industry that tends to scare off new exercisers. In this enlightening session, you will learn to create exercise experiences that are focused on client-sensitive progression for activities that are intended to improve gait, balance, strength and functional capacity. The strategies and insights gained from this session will help you to work with any new exerciser who seeks your services.
312: Balanced Body®: Anatomy in Three Dimensions™—The Core
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 3.00, ACE 0.30, ACSM 3.00, CHEK 3.00, CI 3.00, ISFTA 1.50, ISSA 3.00, NASM 0.30, NCSF 1.50, NESTA 0.30, NPI 3.00, NSCA 0.30, PTAG 3.00
Workshop presented by: Nora St. John, MS
Time Block F - Saturday, 8:45-11:35am
Gain a deeper understanding of the structure and function of the muscles and joints of the core in this hands-on workshop. Build the body from the inside out using clay and a specially designed skeleton. Together we will build the diaphragm, the deep spinal muscles and erector spinae (the pelvic floor), and the abdominals in order to provide you with a clear understanding of the relationship of the inner unit muscles and their importance in functional training.
320: TRX® Rip™: Fusion (HIIT) Training
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 0.00, ACE 0.00, ACSM 0.00, CHEK 0.00, CI 0.00, ISFTA 0.00, ISSA 0.00, NASM 0.00, NCSF 0.00, NESTA 0.10, NPI 0.00, NSCA 0.00, PTAG 0.00
Workout presented by: Fraser Quelch
Time Block G1 - Saturday, 11:50am-1:05pm (Special Time)
This progressive session will demonstrate the complementing strengths of the Suspension Trainer™ and the Rip Trainer as they are applied to high-intensity interval training. After learning the science-based programming principles of HIIT, this session culminates with a fun and intense workout integrating both the Suspension and Rip Trainer. Repeated as session #328.
Thursday
001: P1: NASM®: Youth Exercise Specialist Workshop
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 4.00, ACE 0.40, ACSM 4.00, CHEK 4.00, CI 4.00, ISFTA 2.00, ISSA 4.00, NASM 0.40, NCCPT 2.00, NCSF 2.00, NESTA 0.50, NETA 4.00, NPI 4.00, NSCA 0.40, PTAG 4.00
Preconference presented by: Eric Beard, MS, and Fabio Comana, MA, MS
Thursday, 9:00am-1:00pm
There is a growing need for fitness professionals who possess the knowledge and skill sets to positively impact youth by helping them develop paths to active and healthy lifestyles. NASM has developed the Youth Exercise Specialist (YES) credential to educate health and fitness professionals on how to design safe and effective training programs for children at every fitness level. This workshop helps prepare individuals for the YES credential, covering the science behind appropriate training for youth, including fitness assessment and program design.
002: P2: ACE®: Movement-Based Training
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 8.00, ACE 0.80, ACSM 8.00, CHEK 8.00, CI 8.00, ISFTA 4.00, ISSA 8.00, NASM 0.80, NCCPT 4.00, NCSF 4.00, NESTA 0.90, NETA 8.00, NPI 8.00, NSCA 0.80, PTAG 8.00
Preconference presented by: Pete McCall, MS
Thursday, 9:00am-5:30pm
Exercise is a function of human movement. Based on recent research about the fascial system, exercise is more effective when considered as a series of integrated movements instead of isolated muscle actions. That research has inspired us to create this new workshop, meant to replace ACE’s functional movement and training workshop. The new format will help you to develop an understanding of integrated anatomy and coaching techniques for movement-based exercise to help your clients reach their goals.
003: P3: Gray Institute: Foundations of Movement Training
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 8.00, ACE 0.80, ACSM 8.00, CHEK 8.00, CI 8.00, ISFTA 8.00, ISSA 8.00, NASM 0.80, NCCPT 8.00, NCSF 8.00, NESTA 0.90, NETA 8.00, NPI 8.00, NSCA 0.80, PTAG 8.00
Preconference presented by: Doug Gray, and Pat McCloskey, MS
Thursday, 9:00am-5:30pm
Gray Institute is pleased to offer a one-of-a-kind training* course. This full-day program comprises individual modules, that when combined will take you, the trainer, on an illuminating journey that shares authentic truths, provides transformational strategies and employs powerful techniques that are sure to enhance the lives of those you touch every day.
004: P4: NASM®: Women's Fitness Specialist Workshop
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 4.00, ACE 0.40, ACSM 4.00, CHEK 4.00, CI 4.00, ISFTA 2.00, ISSA 4.00, NASM 0.40, NCCPT 2.00, NCSF 2.00, NESTA 0.50, NETA 4.00, NPI 4.00, NSCA 0.40, PTAG 4.00
Preconference presented by: Eric Beard, MS, and Fabio Comana, MA, MS
Thursday, 1:30-5:30pm
According to the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA), more than half of all female gym members use personal training services. NASM developed the Women's Fitness Specialist (WFS) credential to educate health and fitness professionals on how to effectively design exciting and engaging workouts to keep clients motivated. This workshop helps you recognize the female clients' unique needs, while teaching how to deliver training solutions throughout the different phases of a woman's life. This workshop also helps prepare individuals for the WFS credential, covering the science behind the female body, fitness considerations for different phases, and specific nutritional needs.
100: What’s Ahead in Personal Training? Panel Discussion
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 2.00, ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, CHEK 2.00, CI 2.00, ISFTA 1.00, ISSA 2.00, NASM 0.20, NCSF 1.00, NESTA 2.00, NPI 2.00, NSCA 0.20, PTAG 2.00
Fun presented by: Fabio Comana, MA, MS, Hayley Hollander, Mitchell Batkin, Rodney Corn, MA, Pete McCall, MS, and Len Kravitz, PhD
Time Block B - Thursday, 6:00-7:50pm
Please join us as IDEA’s panel of experts report and weigh in on issues relevant to your career as a small business owner, independent personal trainer or trainer employed in a fitness/health club. Our panelists will share their vision of advancements they see coming for personal trainers. They’ll discuss a range of issues, which include identifying new trends within the industry, new ways to retain qualified trainers, how to create programs that successfully attract and engage the clients who need you the most, how to integrate wellness methodologies to better serve your clients, and so much more. In addition, you will have the opportunity to ask and get answers to the questions that are top of mind.
Friday
252: Balanced Body®: Anatomy in Three Dimensions™—The Lower Limbs
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 3.00, ACE 0.30, ACSM 3.00, CHEK 3.00, CI 3.00, ISFTA 1.50, ISSA 3.00, NASM 0.30, NCSF 1.50, NESTA 0.30, NPI 3.00, NSCA 0.30, PTAG 3.00
Workshop presented by: Nico Gonzalez
Time Block E - Friday, 2:50-5:40pm
Using the Anatomy in Three Dimensions system, we will build the primary muscles of the lower limbs with clay on specially designed skeletons. You will learn the origin, insertion and action of the major muscles of the lower leg and foot as well as strengthening, stretching, balance and gait exercises. This is a great way to enhance your understanding of the muscles that move the lower limbs and how they work together to create a balanced foundation for movement.
Saturday
369: Nutrition Supplements—What THEY Are Not Telling You! (Full)
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 1.50, ACE 0.15, ACSM 1.50, CHEK 1.50, CI 1.50, ISFTA 0.75, ISSA 1.50, NASM 0.10, NCSF 0.75, NESTA 0.10, NPI 1.50, NSCA 0.15, PTAG 1.50
Fun presented by: Christopher Mohr, PhD, RD
Time Block I - Saturday, 4:55-6:25pm
There are over 56,000 dietary supplements available. What “they” don’t want you to know is how they’re regulated or how many of them actually have research to support their efficacy. From pro athletes to soccer moms, kids to corporate dads, everyone is looking for a magic bullet. Not all supplements are ineffective though; this talk will discuss the top 10 supplements according to worldwide sales and which should be in your arsenal.
370: Transforming the Brain
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 1.50, ACE 0.15, ACSM 1.50, CHEK 1.50, CI 1.50, ISFTA 0.75, ISSA 1.50, NASM 0.10, NCSF 0.75, NESTA 0.10, NPI 1.50, NSCA 0.15, PTAG 1.50
Lecture presented by: Teri Mosey
Time Block I - Saturday, 4:55-6:25pm
New discoveries reveal the brain as a growing, ever-changing living organ modifiable by internal and external influences. Transforming the brain’s function, overriding genetic programming and ultimately changing our state of mind is possible. Learn how to nurture and treat the brain through nutrition and lifestyle to enhance its potential and liveliness.
371: Bringing Happiness Home
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 1.50, ACE 0.15, ACSM 1.50, CHEK 1.50, CI 1.50, ISFTA 0.75, ISSA 1.50, NASM 0.10, NCSF 0.75, NESTA 0.00, NPI 1.50, NSCA 0.15, PTAG 1.50
Lecture presented by: Mary M. Yoke, MA, MM
Time Block I - Saturday, 4:55-6:25pm
How can you find greater happiness and joy even when times are tough? This interactive workshop will give you tools and strategies you can implement now to improve your quality of life. You’ll leave with 12 key, doable, realistic strategies for increasing your (and your clients’) positivity ratio. This knowledge will help you add happiness to the health equation, and will help make you more effective at optimizing well-being for all. Please bring a small notebook to this session.
372: Realize Your Potential
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 1.50, ACE 0.15, ACSM 1.50, CHEK 1.50, CI 1.50, ISFTA 0.75, ISSA 1.50, NASM 0.10, NCSF 0.75, NESTA 0.00, NPI 1.50, NSCA 0.15, PTAG 1.50
Lecture presented by: Peter Twist, MSc
Time Block I - Saturday, 4:55-6:25pm
You are passionate about helping others make critical changes to improve every aspect of their lives. To be your best in business, teaching and training you need to continuously nurture your mind, body and spirit. Join Pete as he shares valuable insights and empowers you to live a vibrant life, both professionally and personally, and get recharged to ignite positive results in everyone you influence. Realize your potential, reach new heights in your career and be an industry leader!
Sunday
422: Gray Institute: Improving Your Client’s Trunk and Upper-Body Movement Quality
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 2.00, ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, CHEK 2.00, CI 2.00, ISFTA 1.00, ISSA 2.00, NASM 0.20, NCSF 1.00, NESTA 0.20, NPI 2.00, NSCA 0.20, PTAG 2.00
Workshop presented by: Pat McCloskey, MS
Time Block K - Sunday, 10:05-11:55am
Before your clients can benefit from your brilliant application of today’s high-intensity approaches, they must have good movement quality...or they will break down structurally and miss workouts, if not stop training altogether. You’ll lose revenue, and they won’t get fit! Learn the Gray Institute’s approach to evaluating, improving and securing great quality of motion in the torso and upper extremities so your clients can train more frequently, more consistently and gain more from your services.
423: Simple SMR Strategies to Improve Function (Full)
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 2.00, ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, CHEK 2.00, CI 2.00, ISFTA 1.00, ISSA 2.00, NASM 0.20, NCSF 1.00, NESTA 0.20, NPI 2.00, NSCA 0.20, PTAG 2.00
Workshop presented by: Justin Price, MA
Time Block K - Sunday, 10:05-11:55am
Self-myofascial release (SMR) techniques are a simple and effective way to improve the overall function of the entire body. This session will teach you how to use specific assessments to pinpoint precise areas of the myofascial system that are restricted and dysfunctional to enhance the performance of the entire myofascial and musculo-skeletal network. The assessments and techniques taught in this session are designed to improve whole-body function both immediately and long term.
424: NASM®: Better Program Design for Boomers and Beyond (Full)
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 2.00, ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, CHEK 2.00, CI 2.00, ISFTA 1.00, ISSA 2.00, NASM 0.20, NCSF 1.00, NESTA 0.00, NPI 2.00, NSCA 0.20, PTAG 2.00
Workshop presented by: Fabio Comana, MA, MS
Time Block K - Sunday, 10:05-11:55am
Train for Life! The older adult market represents the fastest growing segment within fitness. They represent a unique group striving to fend off chronic illnesses, and align the benefits of activity with fall prevention, functional independence, and overall quality of life. This session investigates the physiological changes that occur with aging and discusses research on reversing or slowing these changes. We will also examine a sample progressive program for active aging that optimizes functional transfer into activities of daily living.
425: Starting From Scratch: Big Versus Small Market
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 2.00, ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, CHEK 2.00, CI 2.00, ISFTA 1.00, ISSA 2.00, NASM 0.20, NCSF 1.00, NESTA 0.00, NPI 2.00, NSCA 0.20, PTAG 2.00
Lecture presented by: Scott Jackson, and Brian Richey
Time Block K - Sunday, 10:05-11:55am
Let us show you how to put out your shingle without the roof caving in. Two personal training studio owners, one from Washington, DC, and one from Nevada City, California, will share with you the questions, and more importantly, the answers of how to open your own personal training studio in any size market.
426: Hot off the Press—Nutrition in the News! (Full)
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 2.00, ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, CHEK 2.00, CI 2.00, ISFTA 1.00, ISSA 2.00, NASM 0.20, NCSF 1.00, NESTA 0.20, NPI 2.00, NSCA 0.20, PTAG 2.00
Fun presented by: Christopher Mohr, PhD, RD
Time Block K - Sunday, 10:05-11:55am
Nutrition is constantly changing. One day we can eat eggs, the next we’re told we’ll die from heart disease if we do. Butter. No, margarine. Fish oil or krill oil or flax? The list can go on. Get the most up-to-date nutrition information and the truth about all of it!
427: Workshops on the Web
CECs/CEUs: AASFP 2.00, ACE 0.20, ACSM 2.00, CHEK 2.00, CI 2.00, ISFTA 1.00, ISSA 2.00, NASM 0.20, NCSF 1.00, NESTA 0.00, NPI 2.00, NSCA 0.20, PTAG 2.00
Lecture presented by: Biray Alsac, MS
Time Block K - Sunday, 10:05-11:55am
Have you ever delivered educational seminars at your club or wrote informational posts on your blog in hopes of attracting new clients? Education is a great form of marketing, but often has low returns on investment. Why not leverage your expertise to deliver Web-based workshops instead? Learn ways to design educational materials for the Web, discover top online teaching platforms, and gain tips on turning your knowledge into an ongoing revenue stream.
