SHOULDERS: PROTECTION & PERFORMANCE

Presented by Paul Christopher, CSCS

In this workshop, address the best way to protect the shoulder which is one of the most frequently injured and complex joint systems in the body. Delve into why and how to train the shoulders for maximum strength and flexibility avoiding injury and accelerating performance.

STRETCHING FOR STRENGTH – FLEXIBLE FOUNDATIONS PANEL

Presented by Sara Kooperman, JD, Ronnie Fulton, Irene McCormick, MS, CSCS, Dr. Jonathan Mike, PhD & Michele Park

Stretching is an integral part of any exercise program, yet there is immense inconsistency and uncertainty surrounding the practice. Join our panel of experts as they discuss both the art and the science of flexibility training and specific routines that will allow your clients to develop maximal strength gains safely and quickly.

FOGA – FOAM ROLLING AND YOGA

Presented by Rose Zahnn

FOGA is the recovery and rejuvenation your body needs! Experience a feel-good class that includes foot rolling, yoga, stretching and foam rolling. You’ll walk away feeling like you just had a great massage, and you’ll have the tools to take care of your body whenever needed.

LONG, STRONG, SCULPTED: DYNAMIC FLEXIBILITY

Presented by Siri Chilazi, MBA, MA

Dynamic flexibility is the perfect complement to strength training! Improved range of motion allows for enhanced muscle activation to sculpt a lean, toned physique. Learn the science of dynamic stretching and experience a flexible strength workout. Finish all of your classes feeling strengthened, lengthened, better aligned and breathing more optimally.

BY ANY STRETCH

Presented by Abbie Appel

Flexibility allows us to move freely in our daily life. What’s more, a balance of mobility and stability in each joint helps prevent injury. In this hands-on session, review the science of “contract-relax” stretching. Experience multiple one-on-one stretching exercises and leave with a proven technique and system to grow your business and help your clients move better and smarter.

STABILITY BALL BREAKTHROUGH

Presented by Gail Bannister-Munn

The Stability Ball Workout is multi-dimensional training that incorporates stability, improves balance & flexibility and strengthens the core to enhance total body training.This is a versatile, effective and FUN workout, exercising all the major and supportive muscle groups with a focus on proper form and execution. Let’s explore new exercises and drills that will keep you and your clients ahead of the rest in functional training.

MYOFASCIAL RECOVERY

Presented by Herson Garcia

Experience the latest and greatest in myofascial release with foam rollers and massage sticks. Explore recovery for you and your clients using simple, inexpensive, and portable equipment. Leave with new ideas and techniques to implement with your clients and classes.

COMPLETE GUIDE TO METABOLIC FLEXIBILITY

Presented by Giovanni Roselli
High Intensity Interval Training is all the rage in various training circles. Excessive high-intensity training comes at a cost to long term health & repetitive stimulus becomes less effective. That’s where Metabolic Flexibility comes in, a training approach that promotes Variable Metabolic Conditioning to enhance our ability to switch efficiently between different energy systems to meet the demands of tasks in life and sport.

Balance & Power: Training Active Aging Clients

Presented by Dianne McCaughey Ph.D. Falls are a serious threat to older adults and often lead to hip fracture, traumatic brain injury, disability, nursing home admission and even death. With the growth of the aging population, fall prevalence is expected to increase, making balance training a high priority. Walk away with program examples as we …

The Art of The Warm Up

Presented by Adam Clark Stop telling your clients to walk on the treadmill for five minutes for a warm-up. Learn why the warm-up is the most important part of the training session and how to make it most effective for your clients. Set the tone with a great warm-up learning motivational strategies and exercises ranging from …