Exercise Science Update: New Research and Ideas
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Exercise Science Update: New Research and Ideas

Out with the old and in with the new. Get the latest update on exercise science research and programming applications. This session will cover select recent topics in exercise science such as energy pathways, and cardiopulmonary and muscle physiology. Separate fact from fiction; don't restrain yourself with anecdotal opinion. Build your credibility as a true, evidence-based practitioner.

Fabio Comana, MA, MS

Faculty Instructor for the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), and faculty in Exercise Science and Nutrition at San Diego State University. Fabio was an exercise physiologist and certification manager for the American Council on Exercise (ACE) where he, during his tenure, was the original creator of ACE’s Integrated Fitness Training Model™ and lead developer of their live personal training educational workshops. His previous experiences include collegiate head coaching; strength and conditioning coaching; and opening and managing health clubs for Club One. As a national and international presenter, he is frequently featured on television, radio, internet, and in print publications. He authored chapters in various textbooks and publications, and is presently authoring upcoming academic and consumer books.
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Learning Objectives


  1. Summarize recent discoveries about myofascial architecture.
  2. Explain how to best target both superficial and deep fascia using myofascial techniques.
  3. Describe how the two primary anaerobic pathways function in providing energy for work.
  4. Differentiate between HIIT, HVIT, VIIT, VIT, VRT and VMT.
  5. Discuss the different training theories that explain muscle hypertrophy.
  6. Describe how to manipulate various training variables to design programs that target muscle hypertrophy.


Course Procedure

  1. Enroll in the course.
  2. View the course content.
  3. Take the test. (You must score 80% to pass. If you do not pass, you may retake the test.)
  4. Print your certificate of completion.

Course Content

  • Exercise Science Update: New Research and Ideas
  • Exercise Science Update: New Research and Ideas Exam

Available Course Credits

ACTION0.2
ACSM2
ACE.2
AFPA2
AFAA2
BCRPA2
CHEK2
FAI/ISSA2
IFPA2
NASM0.2
NAFTA2
NAFC0.2
NCEP2
NCCPT2
NCSF1
NESTA0.2
NETA2
NFPT0.4
NIEW0.2
NSPA2