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 3043 - Functional MovementMovement Pattern: LungeTarget: QuadricepsSynergist(s):
Exercise
Regressions:Split Squat | Bulgarian Split SquatProgressions:

Key Teaching PointsExpectation: [if 456 equals="Supervised Practice"]Supervised Practice [/if 456][if 456 not_equal="Supervised Practice"]Independent Learning[/if 456][579]
Description:
  • Straps are at mid-calf length
  • Body position is standing facing away from anchor
  • Foot is toe in (toe-hold) – bottom of shoe on handle
  • Keep the shin on your forward leg as vertical as possible, keeping the chest up (don’t hinge hip), focusing on backward movement, into a rear lunge
  • When you extend your knee focus on driving your heel into the floor
  • Ensure hips remain aligned as both knees bend
  • Ensure weight stays on the front leg
Common Error(s): Torso collapses forward | Foot/ankle collapse | Trendelenburg Hip Drop
Spotting:
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