Textbooks, Manuals and other learning materials used:
All textbooks and study manuals are included in the tuition costs and will be provided to students on or before the first day of class.

1. Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning (2nd Edition) Published by Human Kinetics , 2000
2. Basic Nutrition and Diet Therapy (12th Edition) Published by Elsevier Mosby, 2005
3. Essentials of Musculoskeletal Anatomy Published by Sieg & Adams, 2002

Tutors: Every student has the option to hire a tutor to supplement daily class  lessons should they determine they could benefit from receiving extra help. AAPT will provide any interested student with a list of private tutors that have agreed to provide their services at a reasonable hourly rate.

Content Outline
The following is an outline of topics that will be covered.
(no prerequisite classes are necessary to take our program)

Foundations of Fitness Science
Introduction to Assessment & Program Design

• Health & CAD Risk Stratification
• Fitness (Resting & Functional Values)
• Structure of a Workout
• Program Design Basics
• Practical - Assessments

Introduction to Anatomy & Kinesiology

• Skeletal Atlas
• Muscle Atlas
• Anatomical Movement Terminology – Planes, Joint Movements
• Basic Muscle Structure & Function – Origin, Insertion etc
• Practical Training – Gym Induction & Calisthenics

Introduction to Nutrition

• Nutrients of the Body
• Basic Energy Balance & Weight Management
• Basic Food Planning & Calculations

Introduction to Exercise Physiology

• Energy Systems & Bioenergetics
• Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems
• Motor Units
• Fiber Types
• Training Principles/Adaptations for Hypertrophy, Strength, Power & Endurance

Anatomy & Kinesiology

• Trunk – Saggital Movements
• Trunk – Lateral & Rotational Movements
• Flexors of the Humerus & Hip
• Extensors of the Humerus & Hip
• Flexors & Extensors of the Elbow
• Flexors & Extensors of the Ankle
• Flexors & Extensors of the Knee
• Abductors of the Humerus & Hip
• Adductors of the Humerus & Hip
• Scapula Movements
• Rotators of the Humerus & Hip
• Strengthening Verses Stretching for Anatomical Balance  Anatomy & Kinesiology – Practical Application

Practical Applications (Exercises and Stretching) for:

• Trunk – Saggital Movements
• Trunk – Lateral & Rotational Movements
• Flexors of the Humerus & Hip
• Extensors of the Humerus & Hip
• Flexors & Extensors of the Elbow
• Flexors & Extensors of the Ankle
• Flexors & Extensors of the Knee
• Abductors of the Humerus & Hip
• Adductors of the Humerus & Hip
• Scapula Movements
• Rotators of the Humerus & Hip

Exercise Physiology

• Muscle Physiology
• Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems
• Bioenergetics
• Neuron Adaptations and Tissue Adaptations
• Biomechanics
• Endocrine System & Exercise

Program Design Theory

• Resistance Training
• Cardiovascular Training
• Weight Management & Introduction to Metabolic Equations
• Functional Training
• Speed & Plyometrics
• Introduction to Special Populations
• Introduction to Rehabilitation

Program Design – Practical Applications

• Assessments – assessing structure and performance
• Exercise Coaching Techniques
• Exercise Progressions & Regressions
• Resistance Training – advanced machines and free weight training
• Flexibility Protocols – static, dynamic, ballistic, PNF
• Introduction to Functional Training (stability ball, medicine ball, cable training)
• Introduction to Specific Functionally Designed Equipment/Exercise (cables, Balance)
• Bodybuilding – (supersets, compound sets, powerlifting)
• Power, Strength and Endurance Variables
• Plyometrics and Speed Training
• Group Fitness Training (circuits)
• Types of VO2 Fitness Tests
• Mock Training (client simulation training using learned practical applications)

Nutrition

• Macronutrients – Carbohydrates, Protein and Fat
• Micronutrients – Vitamins & Minerals
• Energy Balance
• Digestive System
• Nutrition & Exercise
• Nutrition & Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, CAD, Older Adult
• The Food Exchange System & Eating Plan Design
• Intro to Sports Nutrition
• Presentations (‘fad diets’ – 10 minute presentation from students)

Essentials of a Personal Trainer Business Practice

• What you will need
• Your business services outline
• Introduction to sales and marketing
• Getting & retaining clients

Subject Revision & Exam
Subject revision (weekly review of all material and bi-weekly examinations)

CPR - Attending one day CPR Certification Course
Instruction at AAPT extends beyond classroom lectures. The programwill also include a comprehensive practical component with instruction in our state-of-the-art fitness center. This
hands-on component is at the core of the AAPT experience, providing students with access to the same exercise equipment they are likely to use with future clients.

The following is list of exercise equipment at the AAPT Fitness Center:

• Treadmills-Recumbant Bikes
• Rowing Machine-Leg Press Machine
• Leg Extension Machine-Leg Curl Machine
• Multi-unit station-Bench Press
• Cable Crossover-Smith Machine
• Power Rack-Dumbells
• Swiss Balls-Balance Boards
• Pilates Machine-Steppers
• Wobble Boards-10000 lbs Free Weights
• Medicne Balls-Exercise Bands/tubing
• Reebok Slide- Boxing pads/gloves