Strength Training & Conditioning
Explosive Power
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Explosive Power:
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You need power to be a great athlete and this course delivers 25 explosive drills to improve speed and power through plyometrics. Whether your athlete wants to improve his or her vertical jump, 40-yard dash time, first step quickness or overall strength and speed for sports performance, Todd gives you the tools top build power in your athletes! CE Course from Todd Durkin Enterprises and Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc.
Course Objective:
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Describe the benefits of explosive power training.
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Describe the components of an effective explosive power program.
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Outline the three stages of a plyometrics program.
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Instruct an athlete on proper jumping and landing techniques.
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Define amortization and its role in plyometrics.
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Describe guidelines for performing plyometrics.
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Identify the target muscle(s) or muscle group(s) for each explosive power exercise.
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Instruct the explosive power exercises using the suggested equipment and following the cues provided on the DVD.
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Design a 10-minute practice explosive power program using the suggested program design guidelines on the DVD.
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Strength Training & Conditioning
Functional Training
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HK - DSW:
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Functional Training:
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JC uses numerous modalities to improve functional performance and teaches you his exclusive 3Tier Integration Model for incorporating his innovative conditioning approach into more traditional strength and fitness programs. Over 70 exercises with 15 different pieces of equipment are demonstrated, making this course the most comprehensive on the market. It’s a must for personal trainers, athletic trainers and any fitness professional involved in the design of exercise programs.
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Course Includes​:
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Discuss the evolution of the fitness industry
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Define function and Functional Training (FT)
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Discuss unbiased observation
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Understand and discuss the 4-Pillars of Human Movement
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Understand and discuss the Operational Environment
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Discuss an Evolutionary Perspective of human performance
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Discuss the relevant science of FT
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Understand the general objectives of FT
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Understand the Functional Road to performance
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Discuss FT concepts
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Understand FT methodology (i.e. analysis, assessment)
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Discuss the complexity of syndromes
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Understand functional progressions
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Understand and discuss functional modalities
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Desing a comprehensive FT program
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Understand and implement the 3 Tier Integration System
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Strength Training & Conditioning
Joint Integrity
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HK - DSW:
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Joint Integrity:
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Todd shows you the best exercises to strengthen and stabilize the
tendons and muscles that support your joints. Apply the techniques in this course and your athletes will improve muscle symmetry and balance, develop dynamic balance and increase hip, shoulder and rotator cuff strength and stability important for sport. CE Course from Todd Durkin Enterprises and Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc.
Course Objective:
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Describe the purpose and importance of joint integrity training.
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Outline the components of an effective joint integrity program.
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Differentiate two categories of balance and stabilization: static and dynamic.
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Recommend a progression of balance equipment for clients with different abilities.
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Identify the target muscle(s) or muscle group(s) for each exercise or drill.
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Design a 10-minute practice joint integrity program using the suggested program design guidelines on the course DVD.
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Demonstrate and teach the practice joint integrity program to a client or athlete using cues and proper instruction.
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Strength Training & Conditioning
Plyometric Training
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HK - DSW:
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Plyometric Training:
Plyometric exercise merges the physical qualities of speed and strength to produce an athlete capable of running faster and jump higher. Boost your clients’ athletic abilities to new heights with 100 plyometric exercises that improve strength, power, speed, quickness and jumping ability while developing better coordination and balance. Not only do plyometrics fit into the complete training program, a training program is not complete without plyometrics.
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Course Objective:
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Explain the muscle physiology of plyometrics training and the different types of muscle contractions.
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Discuss basic principles and methods of plyometrics training.
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Explain the benefits and guidelines of plyometrics training.
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Identify equipment and surfaces appropriate for plyometrics training drills.
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Outline appropriate athlete assessments prior to designing or beginning a plyometrics training program.
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Explain and instruct appropriate biomechanical technique when performing all plyometrics exercises.
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Discuss the importance of proper physical preparation and injury prevention strategies.
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Discuss training variables that can be manipulated in a plyometrics program design.
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Recognize step-by-step exercise progressions and instructional cues for teaching and training clients/athletes.
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Design a sport-specific plyometrics training program.
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Strength Training & Conditioning
Speed Agility & Quidness
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HK - DSW:
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Speed Agility & Quideness:​
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It’s all here: drills to improve stride frequency, stride length, acceleration, top end speed, deceleration, directional changes, cutting, crossover ability and more. Todd covers all the mechanics of speed and agility and provides you with over 50 beginning - to advanced - level drills and exercises to enhance movement speed and quickness.
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Course Objective:
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Describe the benefits of speed, agility, and quickness training to a client or athlete.
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Describe the components of an effective speed, agility, and quickness program.
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Define speed, stride frequency, stride length, agility, and quickness.
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Outline factors that affect speed and agility.
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Demonstrate proper body mechanics when performing acceleration speed training and top-end speed movements.
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Outline the principles of overspeed and contrast training.
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Describe the speed, agility, and quickness exercises using the suggested equipment and note the cues provided on the course DVD.
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Design a 10-minute practice speed, agility, and quickness program using the suggested program design guidelines on the course DVD.
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Strength Training & Conditioning
Sport Strength
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HK - DSW:
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DESERT SOUTHWEST FITNESS (DSW) Founded in 1980, Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc is dedicated to the publication and distribution of the highest quality professional development materials for the health, fitness, wellness and clinical professional. We specialize in self-directed distance learning and offer the largest selection of home study courses. Our courses are taught by outstanding industry leaders and use a variety of multimedia formats. The company has been an innovator and leader in the field of continuing education for over 25 years.
At DSW Fitness, we believe that learning is a lifelong process, and the design of our courses make learning, not just studying, the goal for the participant. Our courses allow you to upgrade specific skills that are necessary for job enhancement and give you the tools to produce positive lifestyle change in your clients by linking course offerings to applicable job-related skills, not necessarily degrees or certificates. The strength of DSW Fitness is founded on quality education, student feedback, and personalized customer service
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Sport Strength:
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Train with a purpose and use the right techniques to produce results in your clients and athletes. This program teaches you upper - and lower body - strength exercises that can be performed on the playing field, in the weight room or right in your client’s home. CE Course from Todd Durkin Enterprises and Desert Southwest Fitness, Inc.
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Course Objective:
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Describe the purpose of sports strength training.
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Describe the components of an effective lower-body and upper-body sports strength program.
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Define three principles of sports strength training.
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Recommend a proper progression for sports strength training.
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Perform the sports strength exercises using the suggested equipment and following the cues provided on the course DVD.
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Design a 10-minute practice sports strength program using the suggested program design guidelines on the course DVD.
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Demonstrate and teach sports strength exercises to a client or athlete using cues and smooth instruction.
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