May 2008
Monthly Archive
Balance Enhancement & Fall Prevention
by Australian Graduate School of Health and Sport Science
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Fall prevention is one of the fastest growing areas of geriatric health in the new millennium. An aging population has increased the need for research into maintaining mobility whilst minimising the risk of musculoskeletal injury. This workshop explores evidence based research which promotes balance exercise as a fall prevention strategy. Continue Reading »
International Sports Sciences Association (Overview)
In 1988, the most powerful team of fitness expertsever assembled joined together with an unyielding commitment to stem the tide of physical decline in our country. Culled from the elite ranks of research, coaching, sports medicine and sport and fitness science, these individuals decided to draw a line in the sand and turn the tide towards a more fit and healthier nation. They formed the International Sports Sciences Association with the mission of standardizing information and transforming the health & fitness of our nation. Continue Reading »
Introduction to Facilitated Stretching
by Bob McAtee, NCTMB, CSCS
Author of “Facilitated Stretching”
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Flexibility is crucial to optimum performance and to reduce the risk of injury, both for ourselves and for our clients. Facilitated stretching, which is based on the principles of PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation), consists of three simple steps: stretch the muscle, contract it isometrically against resistance, then stretch it again. These steps apply whether you’re isolating one muscle at a time, or using the spiral diagonal patterns of PNF to stretch groups of muscles simultaneously. It’s a safe, simple, yet dramatically effective form of active stretching, which can be used with a wide variety of clients to regain or improve flexibility. It’s not just for athletes! Continue Reading »
Bodyblade for Exercise Trainers
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by Australian Graduate School of Health and Sport Science
Bodyblade for Exercise Trainers Every so often a new product comes along which revolutionises the way we exercise, the Bodyblade is one of those products. A superb tool for rehabilitation or performance training the Bodyblade can be used in variety of different environments including muscle strengthening, aerobic and/or flexibility training for physical rehabilitation, sports performance, personal training and weight loss. Best of all, the Bodyblade trains your core muscles more effectively than any other functional exercise tool! Who Should do this workshop? Personal Trainers, Group Exercise Instructors, Pilates & Yoga Instructors, Massage Therapists, anyone who is a serious professional in Health & Fitness. Continue Reading »
Tension Release with Chi Ball for Instructors
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Tension Release is a self-massage technique. In a nutshell, you use your own body weight to roll on a chi ball massaging away restrictions to normal soft-tissue (muscle) movement. By performing Tension Release techniques you can improve flexibility, function, performance, and reduce injuries Continue Reading »
Mulligan Concept - Upper Quarter
by Manual Concepts (www.manualconcepts.com)
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The following information provides a brief introduction to the Mulligan concept. The basic principles outlined will be covered in detail during Mulligan Concept courses. The majority of programme time during each course will be devoted to the clinical application of techniques aimed at addressing spinal and peripheral musculoskeletal dysfunction, as outlined below under the specific course details. Seminar participants can expect a syllabus high on practical application with a clear understanding of the rationale for use of Mulligan Concept techniques in both the spine and extremities. Following this course, therapists should be able to effectively apply the techniques in their own practices and expect an immediate positive impact on their clinical outcomes. Continue Reading »
Mulligan Concept - Lower Quarter
by Manual Concepts (www.manualconcepts.com)
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The following information provides a brief introduction to the Mulligan concept. The basic principles outlined will be covered in detail during Mulligan Concept courses. The majority of programme time during each course will be devoted to the clinical application of techniques aimed at addressing spinal and peripheral musculoskeletal dysfunction, as outlined below under the specific course details. Seminar participants can expect a syllabus high on practical application with a clear understanding of the rationale for use of Mulligan Concept techniques in both the spine and extremities. Following this course, therapists should be able to effectively apply the techniques in their own practices and expect an immediate positive impact on their clinical outcomes. Continue Reading »
Train Your Brain to Optimise Sales and Coaching Effort
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For those looking to see if you have what it takes to do sales and coaching in the fitness industry, or for those of you looking to improve the sourcing, training and retaining of your clients in a fitness and coaching career, this course is just for you! Continue Reading »
Functional Fascial Taping - Level 1
by Ron Alexander (www.fft.net.au)
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Functional Fascial Taping® or FFT® is a unique way to apply tape for musculoskeletal pathologies creating an immediate analgesic effect and increase in range of motion. FFT proprioceptively encourages muscle firing and normal movement patterns allowing therapists, coaches and trainers to instantly control their client’s pain to facilitate rehabilitation. FFT allows both patients and athletes suffering from musculoskeletal conditions a speedier return to work and the ability to achieve higher levels of training competition. For the clinician it is a more accurate way to address the presenting signs and symptoms of musculoskeletal conditions. This is a clinically based practical workshop. Continue Reading »
Introductory Sports Taping
Sports taping can prevent injury or facilitate an injured athlete’s return to competition. In general, the tape should limit the abnormal or excessive movement of a sprained joint while also providing support to the muscles that the sprain has compromised. Continue Reading »
