AFLCA/Fitness Leadership

Oh look! Another article on the benefits of group exercise: Community building, and a friendly dab of competition and accountability. https://www.inquirer.com//group-fitness-philadelphia-compe

On the same note (pun intended, heh heh), here's an interesting article (2013) about how and why music and exercise make good partners. "Music and movement are particularly entangled in the brain." https://www.scientificamerican.com//psychology-workout-mu/

Kicking off Friday reading with a thoughtful article about noise and our health. Something to think about: How do we support health with the sounds we use in our classes? https://www.newyorker.com//is-noise-pollution-the-next-big

Our next webinar is March 4, Why Endurance Strength Matters, delivered by Institute of Motion founder and CEO Michol Dalcourt. The ability to effectively produce sustained force production is critical for a high level athlete, as well as an older adult trying to reduce the risks of falls. Many factors are involved in increasing strength endurance, which involve stability, fatigue, nerve function, and muscle chemistry. In this session, learn the science and applications of strength endurance training, as well as how to program and periodize this effectively. #viprpro #aflcaqualifiedexerciseprofessionals https://marketplace.ualberta.ca//aflca-online-workshop-why

Advantages of AFLCA Personal Fitness Training certification include: recognized across Canada, International portability, $2M insurance, with a rider for up to $5M, ongoing regional support and discounts for professional development to maintain your credentials. We could go on. Now you can study online to earn the skills and prerequisite knowledge you need to help you pass your AFLCA certification requirements. Register for our online personal training course and transform your career. https://marketplace.ualberta.ca//aflca-certified-personal-