CPTN Certified Personal Trainer
Resistance Training
This area will look at safety precautions and exercise techniques for resistance training.
Key Concepts:
- Proper breathing and spotting
- Adaptations to training e.g. hypertrophy exercise design
References:
- Haff, G. & Tripplet, N.T. (2015). Essentials of Strength Training & Conditioning (4th Edition). Human Kinetics.
- Fleck, S. & Kraemer, W. (2014). Designing Resistance Training Programs (4th Edition). Human Kinetics.
- Kinakin, K. (2008). Optimal Muscle Training. Human Kinetics.