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: | Leg Extension | Back 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: | Seated upright on a sturdy chair or bench. Anchor the band both around the lower leg/ankle and at another secure and stable location. Consider using the other leg as the anchor in situations where another suitable anchor is not possible. Engage the quadriceps and extend at the knee through full range. | ||
| Common Error(s): | Inappropriate momentum | ||
| Spotting: | Band/Tubing Anchoring | ||