The CPT course provides the fitness professional with the tools to create very specific individualized training plans based on a clients lifestyle, goals, occupation, and current physical abilities. A big difference between NASM and other fitness organizations is that we are prepared to handle clients of all types whether you’re an elite athlete or someone who has never exercised a day in your life. Many other certifications will have their trainers put clients through a general routine without any individualization. NASM has emphasized very specific fitness assessments to test neuromuscular control, agility, strength, posture, muscle imbalances, and more which will give me the blueprint to create the most efficient program.

I became a Corrective Exercise Specialist as of January 3rd, 2012.  This is an advanced specialization designed by NASM. A CES has advanced knowledge pertaining to human movement, injury prevention, and recovery expertise. I have been extensively trained to identify overactive & underactive musculature through a variety of specific assessments. I utilize various self myofascial release & stretching techniques to relax and lengthen overactive muscles. Afterwards, we will build up those long & weakened underactive muscles through isolated strengthening and dynamic integrated movements allowing all the corrected musculature to work together properly with no compensation.

***Read this post from my blog to learn how Corrective Exercise Techniques can help you reach and surpass your goals!!***

I went over the material offered by ACT after becoming NASM certified to obtain new information and a potentially different perspective. ACT is a newly formed organization rapidly building its reputation among elite fitness professionals. Their NCCA Accreditation is currently pending.

Attended a hands on class to perform infant, child, and adult CPR

Attended a hands on class where I learned to operate an automated external defibrillator in case of cardiac emergency.

Attended class where I learned to administer basic first aid

Attended class relating to Bloodborne & Airborne Pathogens