Palmer CE 2nd Site

Low Load Training: Bodyweight Exercises for Performance


In this 2-hour class, the DC can learn new and innovative low load bodyweight exercises for in gym, at-home, and outdoor training for athletes of all ages. Designed for practitioners with an interest in sports performance, this course includes exercises and exercise programming strategies to maximize space and time resources. Amy Ashmore, Ph.D., teached this class packed with live demonstrations and interactive engagement. DCs will learn low load training methods and tips for immediate use.

 

   

Module 1 Outline
  • Learning outcomes for the class 
  • Definitions
  • Prinicples of overload 
  • Common ways to overload muscles
  • Quiz

   

   

Module 2 Outline
  • Review of resistance training research study #1
  • Conclusions of the study
    • With visual feedback
    • With focused effort
  • Review of study #2
  • Conclustions of the study
  • Quiz
 
 

   

   

Module 3 Outline
  • Body weight exercises demonstrated:
    • Air squat
    • Lunge
    • Lateral lunge
    • Hip hinge
    • Single leg bridge
    • Hamstring march
    • Push-up
    • Tall plank shoulder tap
  • Quiz

   

   

Module 4 Outline
  • Programming Methods
    • Paired training 
    • Hybrid complex training
    • Blood flow restriction training
  • Quiz

   

   

Module 5 Outline
  • Sample Routines
    • Lower body example #1
    • Lower body example #2
  • Demonstration
  • Hybrid complex training workout
  • Sample template and modificatios
  • Quiz

   

   

Module 6 Outline
  • Rest and Recovery
    • Scheduled
    • Intermittent
  • Rest Guidleines
  • Key points
  • Quiz

   

   

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Amy Ashmore, Ph.D.

Release Date: Apr 26, 2024
Course Expiration Date: Jan 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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