Provincial Fitness Unit of Alberta presents

Block 2
10:45 - 11:45 am
Mark Grevelding - The Anatomy of
Aquatic Choreography
Session code: B2-06
The magical combination of music and movement, how do you
create it? Reignite your passion for teaching and reinvent your
approach to building class routines with this classroom skills
and drills refresher session. Explore strategies to transform
basic moves into an exciting and engaging fitness experience.
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Stephanie Thielen - World Grooves
Session code: B2-01
Take a trip around the world with this eclectic mix of Latin,
Tribal, and Belly dancing inspired moves. With easy to teach
and easy to learn patterns, turn your traditional cardio class
not just into a party, but into a destination. By simply adding
stylized moves to your existing patterns, everyone can be a
world traveler and explore the energy, passion, and freedom of
these world beats.
Helen Vanderburg - Schwinn®
Cycling: From My Class to Yours
Session code: B2-02
Come experience the ride that’s making your Schwinn®
Master Trainer’s classes go wild! Then, get everything you
need to take it home and teach it as your own. You can expect
world-class coaching, motivation, and incredible energy. Your
master trainer will break down all the components of the ride,
including music, cueing, imagery, and coaching techniques to
make it turn-key for you. This workshop is well-worth the price
of admission!
Len Kravitz - Eccentric Exercise:
Everything you Want to Know and
More
Session code: B2-03
Join Len for the most comprehensive review ever completed
on eccentric exercise. Topics include the history of eccentric
exercise, the physiology of eccentric exercise, the sequence of
events leading to DOMS, the repeat bout-effect with eccentric
exercise, gender differences and age applications, eccentric exercise
and rehabilitation, and the mystery of eccentric exercise
and metabolism. In addition, Len will showcase 24 great
eccentric exercises using multi-media technology and 3 different
eccentric training techniques. A must attend for every
serious personal trainer.
11:15 am - 12:45 pm
Pam Boyson - Calories:
The Untold Truth
Session code: B2-04
Explore the world of calories through the concepts of nutrient
density and satiety. Find out how calories relate to your overall
diet quality and how to make the most of your calories. The
registered dietitians from Alberta Milk and the nourish move
thrive initiative will share the science behind calories and the
foods you eat. Tips and tricks will be highlighted to help you rethink
your drink and avoid the pitfalls of mindless eating and
portion distortion.
Peter Twist - SMART Muscle
Training System
Session code: B2-05
Keep your human machine learning with exercises that compel
all parts of the body to communicate. Challenging yet level
appropriate, exciting and fun – the Smart Muscle® training
system delivers accelerated results. Design performance based
workouts that capture the essence of sport – dynamic balance,
complete core, agile movement and full spectrum strength. A
logical and ready to implement system of exercise selection
and progression provides solutions to maximize metabolic
demands, sustain high heart rates during strength exercise
and expend max calories. Help all clients challenge current
boundaries for best ever performance. Proven globally to help
thoroughbred athletes become better, it is designed with a
continuum to also help rehab injured athletes and get young
players started. From simple to complex, easy to difficult –
perfect for active adults who want to regain and retain a body
that works!
Block 3
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Mark Grevelding - Pool Kick
Boxing Classics (shallow)
Session code: B2-07
Heat up the pool with some cool moves designed to give your
classes a fresh and hip feel! Creative kickboxing choreography
combines with high energy bounding drills for an explosive
pool extravaganza that will appeal to anyone looking for a
challenging and fun water workout.
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