Fundamentals of Running Continuing Education Class. For runners, aspiring runners, and trainers. .2 CEUs
Introduction to Running
Course Overview:
It is in our nature to run, yet it is the nurture of modern living has conditioned our bodies to be less apt to sustain the rigors of long distance running. By balancing the specificity of training, where the more you run the better runner you become, with more balanced weekly routine including strength training and mobility work; you can become a more successful runner with less risk of injury. In addition to learning how to build a sustainable running regiment we will look at running mechanics from head to toe. Discussion will also include a cursory look equipment and how they can be different for everyone.
Contents:
1. Introduction
History of running
Human body and unique properties for running
2. Running mechanics
Easy and light
What to focus on and how to breath
Breakdown of body parts and goal for each in running
Stride length, cadence, foot striking, uphill vs down hill vs flat running
Creating a checklist
3. How to incorporate strength and mobility
Warm up and cool down (dynamic vs static stretching)
Coaching the hip hinge
Drills and good exercises
3. How to build a weekly plan
Looking at a running routine in 6 week cycles
How to build up for a 5k
Time runs vs distance runs
4. Equipment
Shoes, time keeping, clothing, fueling.
This class is offered from the American Academy of Personal Training (AAPT), the leading Personal Training certificate in Massachusetts since 2009. AAPT Boston focuses on hands-on and classroom learning. Employers and clients seek out AAPT trainers based on the education driven curriculum offered.
REFUND POLICY: No refunds, however tickets are transferrable for someone else to use OR you can put it towards another Continuing Education course offered at AAPT.
CEUS:
.2
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