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 1041 - Principles of Fitness | Movement Pattern: Pull | horizontal | Target: Latissimus Dorsi | Synergist(s): Deltoid (Posterior), Rhomboids, Trapezius |
Exercise | |||
Regressions: | 1-Arm Row | Progressions: | Bent-Over Row |
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: |
Regression: If client is unable to maintain core stability or unable to pull their chest until it almost touches the bar, you can have client bend their knees to 90° and keep their feet flat while performing the motion. | ||
Common Error(s): | Forward Head Posture | Not engaging core | ||
Spotting: | Mirror Client Level |