This course focuses on learning how to safely increase load in various exercises targeting the basic human movement patterns. In particular, students will learn the: front squat, deadlift, bench press, shoulder press, chin-up, seated row and kettlebell swing.
Target population: Adults (18-65), healthy
- Course Instructor: Graeme Thomas
- Lab Instructors: Sarah King
- Lab Technician: Christian Caissie, Jasmine Collins, Avi Verma
- Semester: Two
Lab Sections:
- Section 1: Wednesday 12 – 2 PM
- Section 2: Tuesday 8 – 10 AM
- Section 3: Monday 12 – 2 PM
- Section 4: Thursday 4- 6 PM
- Section 5: Wednesday 8 – 10 AM
- Section 6: Friday 4 – 6 PM
Lab Schedule
| Course: PHRE 3044 - Special Populations | Movement Pattern: Single-joint | isolation | Target: Quadriceps | Synergist(s): |
| Exercise |  | ||
| Regressions: | Progressions: | | Sit-to-Stand Squat | |
| Key Teaching Points | Expectation: [if 456 equals="Supervised Practice"]Supervised Practice [/if 456][if 456 not_equal="Supervised Practice"]Independent Learning[/if 456] | [579] | |
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| Description: | Secure ankle straps around both ankles. Seated upright. Place one foot securely on the floor (or foot pedal if wheelchair is being used). Raise the opposite foot until the knee is full extended. Engage the quadriceps muscle as you extend the leg. Make sure wheelchair brakes are engaged. Adjust foot pedals as required. | ||
| Common Error(s): | Bouncing Weights | ||
| Spotting: | Mirror Client Level | ||