Level 2 Certificate In Planning And Delivering Gym Exercises

This qualification equips learners to plan, deliver, and evaluate safe, effective gym-based fitness instruction sessions

What you'll learn

To develop learner’s knowledge of anatomy and physiology and how it relates to exercise and fitness

To develop learner’s ability to plan and deliver safe and effective gym sessions

To provide learners with the knowledge to develop good customer service and the personal qualities required by the exercise and fitness industry

To provide learners with an awareness of health and safety in an exercise and fitness environment

To provide learners with the opportunity to progress to further qualifications in the exercise and fitness industry

Requirements

Some experience of gym-based exercises, including free weights, is highly recommended

The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary.

There is also an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basic skills in communication

Description

The Level 2 Certificate in Planning and Delivering Gym-Based Exercise (RQF) is at level 2 on the Qualifications and Credit Framework.The aim of this qualification is to provide learners with the skills and knowledge to a professionally competent level enabling them to plan deliver and evaluate safe and effective fitness instruction sessions unsupervised via the context of gym-based exercises and activities.To develop learner’s ability to plan and deliver safe and effective gym sessionsTo develop learner’s knowledge of anatomy and physiology and how it relates to exercise and fitnessTo provide learners with the knowledge to develop good customer service and the personal qualities required by the exercise and fitness industryTo provide learners with an awareness of health and safety regulations in an exercise and fitness environmentTo provide learners with the opportunity to progress to further qualifications in the exercise and fitness industryLearner Entry Requirements:Some experience of gym-based exercises, including free weights, is highly recommended The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary. There is also an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basic skills in communication

Overview

Section 1: Unit 1: Understand the effects of exercise on the body

Lecture 1 Cardiovascular and respiratory adaptations to endurance/aerobic training

Lecture 2 Cardiovascular and Respiratory Adaptations to Endurance/Aerobic Training

Lecture 3 Short and long term effects of exercise on blood pressure

Lecture 4 Blood Pooling Effect Following Exercise

Lecture 5 Effects of Exercise on Bones and Joints

Lecture 6 Effects of Exercise on Bones and Joints

Lecture 7 Effects of Exercise on Bones and Joints

Lecture 8 Delayed Onset of Muscle Soreness (DOMS)

Lecture 9 Exercises or Techniques Likely to Cause Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS)

Lecture 10 Valsalva Effect

Lecture 11 Short and Long-Term Effects of Exercise on Muscle

Lecture 12 Exercises to Improve Posture

Section 2: Unit 1: Understand the components of fitness

Lecture 13 Components of Health-Related Fitness

Lecture 14 Components of Health-Related Fitness

Lecture 15 Components of Skill-Related Fitness

Lecture 16 Components of Skill-Related Fitness

Lecture 17 Factors Affecting Health and Skill-Related Fitness

Lecture 18 Factors Affecting Health and Skill-Related Fitness

Section 3: Unit 1: Outcome 3

Lecture 19 Specificity and Progressive Overload

Lecture 20 Specificity and Progressive Overload

Lecture 21 Specificity and Progressive Overload

Lecture 22 FITT Principles

Lecture 23 FITT Principles

Lecture 24 Progressive Training Programme Principles

Lecture 25 Progressive Training Programme Principles

Lecture 26 Progressive Training Programme Principles

Lecture 27 Recognizing and Regressing a Training Programme

Lecture 28 Adaptation, Modification, and Progression in FITT Principles

Lecture 29 Adaptation, Modification, and Progression in FITT Principles

Lecture 30 Effect of Speed on Posture, Alignment, and Intensity

Lecture 31 Effect of Speed on Posture, Alignment, and Intensity

Lecture 32 Effect of Levers, Gravity, and Resistance on Exercise

Lecture 33 Effect of Levers, Gravity, and Resistance on Exercise

Lecture 34 Programming Exercise for Physical Fitness vs. Health Benefits

Lecture 35 Programming Exercise for Physical Fitness vs. Health Benefits

Section 4: Unit 1: Outcome 4

Lecture 36 Exercise Contraindications and Key Safety Guidelines for Older Adults (50+)

Lecture 37 Exercise Contraindications and Key Safety Guidelines for Older Adults (50+)

Lecture 38 Exercise Contraindications and Key Safety Guidelines for Older Adults (50+)

Lecture 39 Exercise Contraindications and Key Safety Guidelines for Older Adults (50+)

Lecture 40 Exercise Contraindications and Key Safety Guidelines for Antenatal and Postnatal

Lecture 41 Exercise Contraindications and Key Safety Guidelines for Antenatal and Postnatal

Lecture 42 Exercise Contraindications and Key Safety Guidelines for Young People (14-16)

Lecture 43 Exercise Contraindications and Key Safety Guidelines for Young People (14-16)

Lecture 44 Key Safety Considerations for Working with Disabled People

Section 5: Unit 1: Outcome 5

Lecture 45 Monitoring Exercise Intensity Methods: Benefits and Limitations

Lecture 46 Monitoring Exercise Intensity Methods: Benefits and Limitations

Lecture 47 Monitoring Exercise Intensity Methods: Benefits and Limitations

Section 6: Unit 1: Outcome 6

Lecture 48 Benefits of a Healthy and Active Lifestyle

Lecture 49 Health Benefits of Physical Activity

Lecture 50 Effect of Physical Activity on Disease Causes

Lecture 51 Effect of Physical Activity on Disease Causes

Lecture 52 Impact of Stress, Fatigue, and Alcohol on Lifestyle

Lecture 53 Impact of Stress, Fatigue, and Alcohol on Lifestyle

Lecture 54 Communicating the Benefits of a Healthy and Active Lifestyle

Lecture 55 Obesogenic Environment

Lecture 56 Advances in Technology Supporting Health and Fitness

Section 7: Unit 1: Outcome 7

Lecture 57 Current National Food Guide

Lecture 58 Key Healthy Eating Advice

Lecture 59 Importance of Adequate Hydration

Lecture 60 Professional Role Boundaries in Offering Nutritional Advice

Lecture 61 Dietary Role of Key Nutrients

Lecture 62 Common Dietary Sources of Key Nutrients

Lecture 63 Energy Balance Equation

Lecture 64 Health Risks of Poor Nutrition

Section 8: Unit 2: Outcome 1

Lecture 65 Location of the Heart

Lecture 66 Function of the Heart

Lecture 67 Structure of the Heart

Lecture 68 Structure of the Heart

Lecture 69 Movement of Blood Through the Four Chambers of the Heart

Lecture 70 Movement of Blood Through the Four Chambers of the Heart

Lecture 71 Systemic and Pulmonary Circulation

Lecture 72 Systemic and Pulmonary Circulation

Lecture 73 Structure and Functions of Blood Vessels

Lecture 74 Structure and Functions of Blood Vessels

Lecture 75 Blood Pressure

Lecture 76 Blood Pressure Classifications

Lecture 77 Current Evidence-Based Blood Pressure Guidelines (NICE, BHF, WHO)

Lecture 78 Current Evidence-Based Blood Pressure Guidelines (NICE, BHF, WHO)

Lecture 79 Current Evidence-Based Blood Pressure Guidelines (NICE, BHF, WHO)

Section 9: Unit 2: Outcome 2

Lecture 80 Location of the Lungs

Lecture 81 Function of the Lungs

Lecture 82 Structure of the Lungs

Lecture 83 Structure of the Lungs

Lecture 84 Main Muscles Involved in Breathing

Lecture 85 Main Muscles Involved in Breathing

Lecture 86 Passage of Air Through the Respiratory Tract

Lecture 87 Passage of Air Through the Respiratory Tract

Lecture 88 Gaseous Exchange of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide in the Lungs

Lecture 89 Gaseous Exchange of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide in the Lungs

Lecture 90 Composition of Gases in Inhaled and Exhaled Air

Lecture 91 Composition of Gases in Inhaled and Exhaled Air

Section 10: Unit 2: Outcome 3

Lecture 92 Basic Functions of the Skeleton

Lecture 93 Basic Functions of the Skeleton

Lecture 94 Structures of the Axial Skeleton

Lecture 95 Structures of the Axial Skeleton

Lecture 96 Structures of the Appendicular Skeleton

Lecture 97 Structures of the Appendicular Skeleton

Lecture 98 Classification of Bones

Lecture 99 Classification of Bones

Lecture 100 Classification of Bones

Lecture 101 Examples of Bones by Classification

Lecture 102 Structure of Long Bone

Lecture 103 Structure of Long Bone

Lecture 104 Stages of Bone Growth

Lecture 105 Stages of Bone Growth

Lecture 106 Posture and Spine Details:

Lecture 107 Posture and Spine Details:

Section 11: Unit 2: Outcome 4

Lecture 108 Classification of Joints and Locations

Lecture 109 Classification of Joints and Locations

Lecture 110 Structure of Synovial Joints

Lecture 111 Structure of Synovial Joints

Lecture 112 Types of Synovial Joints and Their Range of Motion

Lecture 113 Types of Synovial Joints and Their Range of Motion

Lecture 114 Types of Synovial Joints and Their Range of Motion

Lecture 115 Joint Movement Potential and Joint Actions

Lecture 116 Joint Movement Potential and Joint Actions

Lecture 117 Factors That Might Limit a Joint’s Range of Motion (ROM)

Lecture 118 Factors That Might Limit a Joint’s Range of Motion (ROM)

Lecture 119 Anatomical Terms in Relation to the Anatomical Position

Lecture 120 Anatomical Terms in Relation to the Anatomical Position

Section 12: Unit 2: Outcome 5

Lecture 121 Three Types of Muscle Tissue

Lecture 122 Three Types of Muscle Tissue

Lecture 123 Characteristics and Functions of the Three Types of Muscle Tissue

Lecture 124 Characteristics and Functions of the Three Types of Muscle Tissue

Lecture 125 Characteristics and Functions of the Three Types of Muscle Tissue

Lecture 126 Role of Fascia in the Body

Lecture 127 Role of Fascia in the Body

Lecture 128 Basic Structure of Skeletal Muscle

Lecture 129 Basic Structure of Skeletal Muscle

Lecture 130 Anterior Skeletal Muscles

Lecture 131 Anterior Skeletal Muscles

Lecture 132 Posterior Skeletal Muscles

Lecture 133 Structure and Function of Pelvic Floor Muscles

Lecture 134 Structure and Function of Pelvic Floor Muscles

Lecture 135 Types of Muscle Action

Lecture 136 Joint Actions by Specific Muscle Group Contractions

Lecture 137 Joint Actions by Specific Muscle Group Contractions

Lecture 138 Role of Muscle Relationships Surrounding a Joint

Lecture 139 Role of Muscle Relationships Surrounding a Joint

Lecture 140 Skeletal Muscle Fiber Types and Their Characteristics

Lecture 141 Skeletal Muscle Fiber Types and Their Characteristics

Section 13: Unit 2: Outcome 6

Lecture 142 Life-Course of the Musculoskeletal System

Lecture 143 Life-Course of the Musculoskeletal System

Lecture 144 Exercise Implications Across Life Stages

Lecture 145 Exercise Implications Across Life Stages

Lecture 146 Exercise Implications Across Life Stages

Lecture 147 Exercise Implications Across Life Stages

Section 14: Unit 2: Outcome 7

Lecture 148 Energy Production from Carbohydrates, Fats, and Proteins

Lecture 149 Energy Production from Carbohydrates, Fats, and Proteins

Lecture 150 Energy Production from Carbohydrates, Fats, and Proteins

Lecture 151 The Three Energy Systems During Aerobic and Anaerobic Exercise

Lecture 152 The Three Energy Systems During Aerobic and Anaerobic Exercise

Lecture 153 Effect of Exercise Duration and Intensity on Energy Systems:

Lecture 154 Effect of Exercise Duration and Intensity on Energy Systems:

Section 15: Unit 2: Outcome 8

Lecture 155 Role and Functions of the Nervous System:

Lecture 156 Role and Functions of the Nervous System:

Lecture 157 Principles of Muscle Contraction:

Lecture 158 Principles of Muscle Contraction:

Lecture 159 All-or-None Law and Motor Unit Recruitment

Lecture 160 All-or-None Law and Motor Unit Recruitment:

Lecture 161 Enhancing Neuromuscular Connections and Motor Fitness through Exercise

Lecture 162 Enhancing Neuromuscular Connections and Motor Fitness through Exercise

Section 16: Unit 2: Outcome 9

Lecture 163 Digestion

Lecture 164 Digestion

Lecture 165 Main Functions of the Digestive System:

Lecture 166 Main Functions of the Digestive System:

Lecture 167 Structure of the Digestive System:

Lecture 168 How the Digestive System Works

Lecture 169 How the Digestive System Works

Lecture 170 How the Digestive System Works

Lecture 171 Importance of Fluid for Digestion

Lecture 172 Importance of Fluid for Digestion

Section 17: Unit 3: Outcome 1

Lecture 173 Forming Effective Working Relationships with Clients

Lecture 174 Importance of Presenting Oneself and the Organization Positively to Clients

Lecture 175 Using Different Communication Skills to Assist Clients with Motivation

Lecture 176 Importance of Valuing Equality and Diversity When Working with Clients

Lecture 177 Importance of Communication Skills and Strategies to Adapt Communication Style

Lecture 178 Importance of Communication Skills and Strategies to Adapt Communication Style

Lecture 179 Importance of Communication Skills and Strategies to Adapt Communication Style

Section 18: Unit 3: Outcome 2

Lecture 180 Typical Barriers to Exercise/Physical Activity That Clients Experience

Lecture 181 Incorporating Clients' Exercise Preferences to Strengthen Motivation and Adheren

Lecture 182 Incentives and Rewards to Strengthen Clients’ Motivation and Adherence

Lecture 183 Incentives and Rewards to Strengthen Clients’ Motivation and Adherence

Lecture 184 Strategies to Help Clients Overcome Typical Barriers to Exercise/Physical Activ

Lecture 185 Strategies to Help Clients Overcome Typical Barriers to Exercise/Physical Activ

Lecture 186 Strategies to Help Clients Overcome Typical Barriers to Exercise/Physical Activ

Section 19: Unit 3 : Outcome 3

Lecture 187 Importance of Personal Responsibility for Fitness and Motivation

Lecture 188 Assisting Clients to Develop Their Own Strategy for Motivation and Adherence

Lecture 189 Behavior Change Approaches to Encourage Exercise Adherence

Lecture 190 Incentives and Rewards to Strengthen Clients’ Motivation and Adherence

Lecture 191 Incentives and Rewards to Strengthen Clients’ Motivation and Adherence

Lecture 192 Reviewing and Revising Short, Medium, and Long-Term SMART Goals

Lecture 193 Reviewing and Revising Short, Medium, and Long-Term SMART Goals

Section 20: Unit 3: Outcome 4

Lecture 194 Importance of Client Care

Lecture 195 Importance of Addressing Clients' Needs to Their Satisfaction

Lecture 196 Sources for Relevant and Appropriate Evidence-Based Information

Lecture 197 Importance of Addressing Delays in Meeting Clients' Needs Timely and Effectively

Lecture 198 Feedback Cycle in Customer Service Improvement

Lecture 199 Examples of Exceeding Customer Expectations

Lecture 200 Importance of Handling Client Complaints Positively Following Procedure

Section 21: Unit 3: Outcome 5

Lecture 201 Types of Customers at a Health and Fitness Facility

Lecture 202 Types of Products/Services in a Health and Fitness Facility

Lecture 203 Customer Journey in a Fitness Facility

Lecture 204 Customer Expectations and Aspirations in a Fitness Facility

Lecture 205 Ways to Engage with Customers and Build Rapport in a Fitness Facility

Lecture 206 Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Use of the Fitness Facility

Lecture 207 Building Social Support and Inclusion in the Fitness Environment

Lecture 208 Using IT and Social Media in Health and Fitness Facilities

Lecture 209 Obtaining Feedback to Support Membership Retention

Lecture 210 Identifying and Managing Potential Conflicts

Lecture 211 Identifying and Managing Potential Conflicts

Lecture 212 Interpreting Customer Data to Improve Customer Service

Lecture 213 Importance of 'Walking the Gym Floor' andBeing Accessible to Clients

Section 22: Unit 3: Outcome 6

Lecture 214 Professionalism

Lecture 215 Behaviors of a Fitness Professional in Line with Professional Conduct

Lecture 216 Code of Ethics

Lecture 217 Current Governing Bodies and Their Roles in the Fitness Industry

Lecture 218 Current Governing Bodies and Their Roles in the Fitness Industry

Lecture 219 Role of CPD (Continuing Professional Development) in the Fitness Industry

Section 23: Unit 4: Outcome 1

Lecture 220 Fitness Environment: Types of Emergencies

Lecture 221 Fitness Environment: Roles During an Emergency

Lecture 222 Fitness Environment: Roles During an Emergency

Lecture 223 Fitness Environment: Importance of Following Emergency Procedures Calmly and Cor

Lecture 224 Fitness Environment: Maintaining Safety During Emergencies

Section 24: Unit 4: Outcome 2

Lecture 225 Health and Safety in a Fitness Environment

Lecture 226 Legal and Regulatory Requirements for Health and Safety in a Fitness Environment

Lecture 227 Fitness Environment: Roles During an Emergency

Lecture 228 Typical Roles for Health and Safety in a Fitness Organization

Lecture 229 Security Procedures in a Fitness Environment

Lecture 230 Security Procedures in a Fitness Environment

Lecture 231 Routine Maintenance and Cleaning Tasks for Gym Facilities and Equipment

Lecture 232 Regulations for Cleaning and Maintenance in Health and Fitness Facilities

Lecture 233 Cleaning and Maintenance Products for Health and Fitness Facilities

Lecture 234 Monitoring and Maintaining Hygiene Standards

Section 25: Unit 4: Outcome 3

Lecture 235 Possible Hazards in a Fitness Environment

Lecture 236 Risk Assessing Hazards in a Fitness Environment

Lecture 237 Controlling Risks in a Fitness Environment

Lecture 238 Typical Roles for Health and Safety in a Fitness Organization

Section 26: Unit 4: Outcome 4

Lecture 239 Safeguarding the Welfare of Children and Vulnerable Adults

Lecture 240 Responsibilities and Limitations of a Fitness Instructor in Safeguarding

Lecture 241 Types of Abuse an Instructor May Encounter

Lecture 242 Possible Signs of Abuse

Lecture 243 Safeguarding Policies and Procedures

Lecture 244 Safeguarding Policies and Procedures

Lecture 245 Procedures to Protect Oneself from Accusations of Abuse

Lecture 246 Statutory Agencies Responsible for Safeguarding

Lecture 247 When to Contact Statutory Agencies

Lecture 248 Maintaining Confidentiality of Abuse-Related Information

Section 27: Unit 5: Outcome 1

Lecture 249 Informed Consent

Lecture 250 Methods to Collect Client Information

Lecture 251 Methods to Collect Client Information

Lecture 252 Determining Appropriate Methods of Collecting Information

Lecture 253 Determining Appropriate Methods of Collecting Information

Lecture 254 Principles of Screening Clients Prior to Gym-Based Exercise

Lecture 255 Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q)

Lecture 256 Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q)

Lecture 257 Risk Strategy for Customers through Health and Fitness Information Gathering

Lecture 258 Risk Strategy for Customers through Health and Fitness Information Gathering

Lecture 259 Low, Medium, and High Risk Customers

Lecture 260 Low, Medium, and High Risk Customers

Lecture 261 Process of Behavior Change

Lecture 262 Process of Behavior Change

Lecture 263 Process of Behavior Change

Lecture 264 Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation in Exercise Adherence

Lecture 265 Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation in Exercise Adherence

Section 28: Unit 5: Outcome 2

Lecture 266 Factors from Client Screening that May Affect Safe Exercise Participation

Lecture 267 Factors from Client Screening that May Affect Safe Exercise Participation

Lecture 268 Factors from Client Screening that May Affect Safe Exercise Participation

Lecture 269 How Client Information Affects Planning of Gym-Based Exercise

Lecture 270 How Client Information Affects Planning of Gym-Based Exercise

Lecture 271 How Client Information Affects Planning of Gym-Based Exercise

Lecture 272 Reasons for Temporary Deferral of Exercise

Lecture 273 Reasons for Temporary Deferral of Exercise

Lecture 274 Reasons for Referring Clients to Other Professionals

Lecture 275 Reasons for Referring Clients to Other Professionals

Lecture 276 Allied Health Professionals for Health and Fitness Counselling

Lecture 277 Allied Health Professionals for Health and Fitness Counselling

Section 29: Unit 5: Outcome 3

Lecture 278 Planning Gym-Based Exercise to Meet Clients' Different Objectives

Lecture 279 Planning Gym-Based Exercise to Meet Clients' Different Objectives

Lecture 280 Importance of Agreeing Goals and Objectives for Gym-Based Exercise with Clients

Lecture 281 Importance of Agreeing Goals and Objectives for Gym-Based Exercise with Clients

Lecture 282 Exercises for Individual Clients to Develop Various Fitness Areas

Lecture 283 Exercises for Individual Clients to Develop Various Fitness Areas

Lecture 284 Exercises for Individual Clients to Develop Various Fitness Areas

Lecture 285 Range of Cardiovascular and Resistance Machines and Their Uses

Lecture 286 Range of Cardiovascular and Resistance Machines and Their Uses

Lecture 287 Planning Gym-Based Exercise Using Circuit Formats

Lecture 288 Planning Gym-Based Exercise Using Circuit Formats

Lecture 289 Planning Gym-Based Exercise Using Circuit Formats

Lecture 290 Planning Gym-Based Exercise Using Circuit Formats

Section 30: Unit 6: Outcome 1

Lecture 291 Safe and Effective Alignment for Various Gym-Based Exercise Positions

Lecture 292 Safe and Effective Alignment for Various Gym-Based Exercise Positions

Lecture 293 Safe and Effective Alignment for Various Gym-Based Exercise Positions

Lecture 294 Safe and Effective Alignment for Various Gym-Based Exercise Positions

Lecture 295 Safe and Effective Alignment for Various Gym-Based Exercise Positions

Lecture 296 Methods of Adapting a Gym-Based Exercise Program for Progression and Regression

Lecture 297 Methods of Adapting a Gym-Based Exercise Program for Progression and Regression

Lecture 298 Developing Client Coordination Through Gradual Progression

Lecture 299 Developing Client Coordination Through Gradual Progression

Lecture 300 Principles of Behavior Management for Group Inductions

Lecture 301 Principles of Behavior Management for Group Inductions

The aim of this qualification is to provide learners with the skills and knowledge to a professionally competent level enabling them to plan deliver and evaluate safe and effective fitness instruction sessions unsupervised via the context of gym-based exercise.