PHRE 3040 – Resistance Training

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
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Course: PHRE 3040 - Resistance TrainingMovement Pattern: LungeTarget: QuadricepsSynergist(s): Gluteals, Hamstrings
Exercise
Regressions:Split SquatProgressions: Walking Lunge

Key Teaching PointsExpectation: [if 456 equals="Supervised Practice"]Supervised Practice [/if 456][if 456 not_equal="Supervised Practice"]Independent Learning[/if 456][579]
Description:

Preparation

Stand with dumbbells grasped to sides facing away from bench. Extend leg back and place top of foot on bench.

Execution

Squat down by flexing knee and hip of front leg until knee of rear leg is almost in contact with floor. Return to original standing position by extending hip and knee of forward leg and repeat. Continue with opposite leg.
Common Error(s): Not engaging core | Torso collapses forward
Spotting:
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