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How to Study Anatomy

January 20, 2020 | by Nicole Thompson in Exercise Science
How to Study Anatomy

Being educated in human anatomy is a critical part of becoming a successful personal trainer. Read up on how to learn anatomy on the ACE Fitness blog.

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The Three Primary Energy Pathways Explained

March 07, 2019 | by Christopher Gagliardi in Exercise Science
The Three Primary Energy Pathways Explained

Are you struggling to understand the primary energy pathways and how the body uses the energy formed from each system? Here’s a quick breakdown of the phosphagen, anaerobic and aerobic pathways that fuel the body through all types of activity.

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Joint Mobility and Stability

March 07, 2019 | by Nicole Thompson in Exercise Science
Joint Mobility and Stability

Stability and mobility are the cornerstones of the Functional Movement and Resistance Training part of the Integrated Fitness Training model (IFT). We’re going to start by discussing the basics – the five programming components of mobility and stability.

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The Basics of Exercise Science (Part 2)

March 04, 2019 | by Jessie Newell in Exercise Science
The Basics of Exercise Science (Part 2)

Given the depth and breadth of the exercise science presented, the information in your study materials can definitely feel intimidating. But don’t worry…we’ve got you covered. This blog will highlight key topics that are important for you as a fitness professional.

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The Basics of Exercise Science (Part 3)

February 22, 2019 | by Jessie Newell in Exercise Science
The Basics of Exercise Science (Part 3)

In this blog, the third of five, we will cover the fundamentals of applied kinesiology, which covers how we move the body with proper form, how to increase or decrease the difficulty level, and how these factors affect our balance and posture.

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