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 3040 - Resistance Training | Movement Pattern: Core | stabilization | Target: Transverse Abdominus | Synergist(s): Obliques, Rectus Abdominus, Spinal Erectors |
| Exercise |  | ||
| Regressions: | Progressions: | Plank Push Up | Plank with Leg Raise | |
| 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: | Set Up Lie prone (face down) on mat. Place forearms on mat, elbows under shoulders. Place legs together with toes on floor. Execution Raise body upward by straightening body in straight line. Hold position, making sure bum is not higher than shoulders, not allowing midsection to sag or drop. Aim to hold for 30-60 seconds. | ||
| Common Error(s): | Not engaging core | Trendelenburg Hip Drop | ||
| Spotting: | Mirror Client Level | ||