Palmer CE 2nd Site

Combined Fitness for Weight Loss


Join Dr. Amy Ashmore for this 2-hour class. Learn how to design combined fitness training programs to help patients lose weight and get healthy. Discover how to use engaging fitness training methods like plyometric supersets, cardio-strength supersets, and circuits to build effective and safe workouts and programs for weight loss. 

Accreditation(s)

PACE & CCE
 

 

   

Module 1
  • Course outcomes
  • Combined fitness definition and introduction
  • Combines fitness and CTE
  • lnterference Theory
  • Quiz

   

   

Module 2
  • Impact of combined fitness training 
  • Combined fitness in older adults
  • Programming
    • Mode
    • Duration
    • Frequency
    • Volume 
    • Intensity
  • Quiz

   

   

Module 3
  • Cardiovascular training
  • Resistance training
    • Lower and upper body
    • Pylometric drills
    • Tips
  • Quiz

   

   

Module 4
  • Pylometric drills for active aging
  • Cardio and strength super sets
  • Circuit fitness training
  • Quiz

   

   

Module 5
  • Flexibility propramming
  • Modifications 
    • Cardiovascular training
    • Strength exercise 
  • Quiz

   

   

Module 6
  • Timing for combined fitness
  • Circadian programming
  • Time of day self-assessment 
  • Quiz

   

   

Module 7
  • Circadian shift
  • Programming tips
  • Muscle clocks
  • Best practices
  • Quiz

   

   

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Amy Ashmore, Ph.D.

Release Date: Jan 1, 2025
Course Expiration Date: Dec 31, 2025

   

   

  • Each module contains a video presentation and a short quiz.  You must view the video prior to taking the quiz. 
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