Athlete Training Concepts Online CE Course

This package includes the following:

• Practical Application of the Stretch Shortening Cycle video presentation (run time 50:30)
• Acceleration Training for Team Sport Athletes video presentation (run time 52:52)
• Force–Velocity Development in Athletes video presentation (run time 1:08:30)
• Slide handouts
• Online practice exam
• Online continuing education exam

Consisting of three video presentations, Athlete Training Concepts Online CE Course helps strength and conditioning coaches, sport coaches, and personal trainers maximize athlete performance using training approaches developed by experts. With these video presentations professionals can tailor training plans to the goals of each individual athlete.

Practical Application of the Stretch Shortening Cycle explains the stretch shortening cycle (SSC), how it occurs, and how to implement it in training regimens via post-activation potentiation (PAP), post-activation performance enhancement (PAPE), and the French contrast method (FCM). Exercise professionals will learn not just what the SSC cycle does but also how to maximize its effects for optimal performance and a competitive advantage.

Acceleration Training for Team Sport Athletes explains how acceleration training is crucial in team sports, because it is common for athletes to accelerate from a stationary position or a low-velocity position during a game. This presentation will cover how to train acceleration optimally in a team sport setting.

Force–Velocity Development in Athletes details why coaches should focus on chasing adaptations across various points on the force–velocity curve for the purpose of performance development. It also describes strength training methods that bring about these adaptations.

Each video presentation in Athlete Training Concepts Online CE Course contains slides that make it easy to follow along with the presenter’s discussion. Once you complete the course and pass the exam, you can print a certificate for continuing education credits.

Learning Objectives
After watching the Practical Application of the Stretch Shortening Cycle video presentation, you will be able to do the following:

• Define the components and mechanisms behind the stretch shortening cycle.
• Explain how to train the stretch shortening cycle.
• Compare various advanced training methods.

After watching the Acceleration Training for Team Sport Athletes video presentation, you will be able to do the following:

• Express the importance of acceleration in team sports.
• Explain the characteristics of acceleration.
• Determine what method of training is appropriate to prescribe to specific athletes.

After watching the Force–Velocity Development in Athletes video presentation, you will be able to do the following:

• Understand the physiological principles of force development.
• Explain the inverse relationship between force and velocity.
• Describe evidence-based methods of developing adaptations along the force–velocity (FV) curve.
• Learn how to use various methods of technology to assess specific FV characteristics of athletes.

Audience

Certified strength and conditioning coaches, sport coaches, and personal trainers.

Practical Application of the Stretch Shortening Cycle video presentation
Logan Allen

Acceleration Training for Team Sport Athletes video presentation
Logan Allen

Force–Velocity Development in Athletes video presentation
Connor Pells
 

Logan Allen, BS, CSCS, EP-C, CES, is a personal trainer and is completing his MS in human performance with an emphasis on strength training and conditioning.

Connor Pells, CSCS, is completing his MS in human performance with an emphasis on strength training and conditioning. He has presented at ACSM and NSCA conferences.