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 5003 - High Performance TrainingMovement Pattern: Lower BodyTarget: QuadricepsSynergist(s): Gastrocnemius, Gluteals, Hamstrings
Exercise
Regressions:Progressions:

Key Teaching PointsExpectation: [if 456 equals="Supervised Practice"]Supervised Practice [/if 456][if 456 not_equal="Supervised Practice"]Independent Learning[/if 456][579]
Description:
  1. Start with feet shoulder width apart.
  2. Begin with a countermovement (quarter squat and arm swing backwards)
  3. Explosively jump forwards as far as possible with both feet. Use the arms to assist with the jump.
  4. Land in the starting position and repeat jump. Allow complete rest between repetitions.
    • Advanced variation: progress to multiple jumps (3-5 jumps) without a pause between jumps.
Common Error(s): Valgus knees
Spotting:
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