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: SquatTarget: QuadricepsSynergist(s): Gluteals
Exercise
Regressions:Progressions: Single Leg Squat

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 mid-length
  • Body position is facing anchor
  • Elbows stacked under shoulder, weight in four corners of left foot, right leg extended will heel off ground
  • Lower hips down and back, left knee over midfoot
  • Drive through left foot, extending the knee
  • To regress this movement, use a stagger step and put as little support as necessary on front foot heel
Common Error(s): Torso collapses forward | Valgus knees | Trendelenburg Hip Drop
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