COURSE SYLLABUS

TURNING ASPIRING AND EXPERIENCED PERSONAL
TRAINERS INTO INDUSTRY LEADERS

Rise to the Top With BDU

Beyond your average online, or “self-study only” certification, Body Design University is an elite hands-on Personal Training business school designed for experienced and aspiring Personal Trainers.

Our innovative and comprehensive personal trainer course will give you the education, skills, and confidence needed to become a successful Personal Trainer. Our goal is to develop the best Personal Trainers in the nation – not simply certify them.

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Graduates Receive Two Credentials:

The live course includes one week of intense classroom training, hands-on instruction, and internship time with successful Personal Trainers working in the industry. Our course will prepare you to sit for the American Council on Exercise (ACE) or the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) certification exams. Certification and all study materials included.

Certificate of Completion

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION IN PERSONAL TRAINING. This requires no upkeep of Continuing Education Courses (CEC’s) and never expires. Many in the Personal Training industry claim this as the highest level of practical and business education one can receive.

ACE or NASM

ACE-CPT OR NASM-CPT CERTIFICATION. The NCCA accredited Certification combined with the BDU Certificate of Completion will prepare you to be one of the most qualified Personal Trainers in the industry.

Full Course Syllabus:

In the #1 recommended Personal Training Certification Course, we’ll give you everything
you need to train anyone in our proven system confidently.

Full Course Syllabus:

In the #1 recommended Personal Training Certification Course, we’ll give you everything you need to train anyone in our proven system confidently.

Module 1: Exercise Science

Human Anatomy
Muscle Groups
Biomechanics
Applied Kinesiology
Physiology of Training
Bioenergetics
Cardiovascular Exercise
Muscular Strength
Program Design
Exercise Plan Creation
Common Injuries
Medical Conditions
Health Screening
Fitness Testing
Assessments
Effective Cueing
Injury Work-arounds
Exercise Demos- All Large Muscle Groups

Module 2: Advanced Nutrition

Human Digestion
Macro-Nutrients
Micro-Nutrients
Main Components
Glycemic Index
Protein Need
Caloric Need
Energy Balance
Meal Frequency
Diet Myths and Fads
GMO's/Organics
Disease/Nutrition
Sports Nutrition
Supplement Review
Apps/Technology
Meal Planning
Meal Shopping
Meal Cooking
Meal Storage

Module 3: Strategic Business

Success Principles
Brand Building
Operational Systems
Business Forms
Goals & Budgeting
Business Planning
Recurring Revenue
Marketing Strategies
Artificial Intelligence
Social Media/Videos
FB/Instagram Ads
Google/YouTube Ads
Personality Profiling
Sales Science
Pricing & Packaging
Sales Presentation
Closing Methods
Time Management
Accounting System
Income Stability & Benefits

Module 4: Human Behavior

Lifestyle Modification
Stages of Change
Stage Assessment
Affirmations
Accountability
Decision Making
Goal Setting
Self-Discipline
Will Power
Developing Habits
Sleep Hygiene
Program Adherence
Client Leadership
Coaching Methods
Specific Strategies
Action Steps
Coping Skills
Direct Exercise Benefits
Mental Health

Module 5: Customer Experience

5 Star Service
Earning Referrals
Setting Expectations
Over-Delivering
Rapport Building
Developing Trust
Retention Programs
Unexpected Situations
Professionalism
Small Group Training
Safety Precautions
Emergency Procedures
Equipment Overview
Negligence & Risk
Customer NO GO’s
Non-verbal Communication
Teaching/Coaching Styles
Personal Preparedness
Community Building

"Learn Best by Doing"

By completing this course, you'll be prepared and qualified to:

Launch your own industry-leading business or practice as a Personal Trainer online and in health clubs, vacation resorts, spas, private practices, fitness centers, corporate programs, hotels, country clubs, cruise ships, and athletic teams.

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