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: Core | rotationTarget: ObliquesSynergist(s): Transverse Abdominus
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Description:

This drill can be done with a partner or up against a wall.

With a wall

  1. Kneel with your left side facing a wall about 5 feet away.
  2. Hold a med ball at your right hip.
  3. Rotate your core and throw the med ball against the wall with an underhand toss.
  4. Catch the med ball off the bounce and repeat 5-6 reps per side.

With a partner

  1. Kneel with your left side facing your partner (who is standing 5-10 feet away).
  2. Your partner will throw/toss a medicine ball into your outstretched arms.
  3. You catch the medicine ball, allowing the momentum to take it down towards your right hip.
  4. Quickly change directions and toss the med ball back towards your partner.
  5. Repeat for 5-6 reps per side.
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