Course Catalog

Combining our first hand knowledge of the commercial, recreational, pro-athlete and non-profit fitness environments, the Cybex Research Institute is in a unique position to support and disseminate research-based knowledge and its practical application. Our courses are designed to meet the educational needs of a variety of exercise professionals.

Behavior Change and Exercise Adherence

Course Hours 4 hours

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Objectives Attendees will understand general common themes in theories of behavior change, with a focus on the Transtheoretical Model of the Stages of Change, and what implications those theories may have on starting exercise and exercise adherence. They will demonstrate their ability to identify the stage of change and alter coaching methods through the use of Case Studies and discussion.

Descriptive Exercise starts, continues and ends for people for many different reasons. A popular area of study is on Behavior Change and how utilizing both modern and traditional models can help the exercise provider understand how to encourage exercise in their client, regardless of their stage of readiness. This workshop examines common theories of Behavior Change and looks at hard evidence on using these models of changes in everyday practice.

Biomechanics of Function

Course Hours 8 hours

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Objectives Attendees will understand how to define, describe, and evaluate joint torque, apply that knowledge to the prescription, observation and analysis of basic and complex movements, and demonstrate the use of those skills in a practical setting, leading to enhanced exercise and functional outcomes.

Descriptive The Biomechanics of Function combines lecture with practical experiences into a comprehensive exploration of fundamental biomechanics principles. During this workshop, attendees will understand how to define, describe, and evaluate joint torque, apply that knowledge to the prescription, observation and analysis of basic and complex movements, and demonstrate the use of those skills in a practical setting, leading to enhanced exercise and functional outcomes.

Exercise and Aging

Course Hours 4 hours

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Objectives Attendees will understand general theories on the process of aging and how to theoretically apply exercise to slow and in some specific instances stop those processes.

Descriptive This course is designed to educate personal trainers on the general effects of aging. The first half of this workshop will examine the specific effects of aging on the various systems of the human body and how exercise can slow or prevent these processes. The second part will detail important considerations in exercise testing, objectives for exercise programs, and considerations for prescribing exercise for an aging population.

High Intensity Interval Training

Course Hours 3 hours

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Objectives Attendees will demonstrate an understanding of the energy system time continuum through exhaustive exercise. They will also demonstrate a working knowledge of HIIT theory, by designing and executing a variety of HIIT sessions.

Descriptive Are your members limited on time? Do they need to lose weight? Are they looking for something new to breathe life back into their exercise routine? High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) provides an energizing way to incorporate cardiovascular exercise, or resistance training in circuit type fashion maximizing the results your clients want. Research suggests that HIIT is associated with increased performance, improved fitness levels, increased resting metabolic rate, increased post exercise oxygen consumption, and decreased body fat. This workshop will examine the research behind HIIT, its benefits and specific biomarkers that fitness professionals need to consider as it relates to benefits, appetite and caloric balance. It will also provide guidelines for integrating this type of training into your client’s programs, from beginner to advanced.

Observation and Analysis of Functional Motor Skills

Course Hours 3 hours

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Objectives Attendees will learn to identify the critical elements of motor skills, apply that knowledge to the evaluation of those skills, and demonstrate a command of motor skill observation by analyzing exercises and providing feedback to performers.

Descriptive This workshop will present methods for the decomposition of movements into their component parts and the identification of critical prerequisite skills which performers must possess in order to execute these movements. Attendees will learn to identify the critical elements of motor skills, apply that knowledge to the evaluation of those skills, and demonstrate a command of motor skill observation by analyzing exercises and providing feedback to performers.