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NETA Home Study courses include study materials, audio tape, and resource list. Complete the test and return it to NETA to earn CECs. 30-day money back guarantee. To register for a workshop and order merchandise, call 800-237-6242 (in MN, 1-763-545-2505), or visit the Neta Store.

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ASANA EXCELLENCE: REFINING AND ENERGIZING ALIGNMENT Linda-Christy Weiler, MS Learn a variety of interesting alignment strategies for the feet, core, hips, and shoulders. Study the essential health benefits of yoga, and learn which yoga postures can be used to energize specific organs and glands. Includes 132-page workbook with CEC exam. Return exam to Linda Christy Weiler for credits.

Asana Excellence: Refining and Energizing Alignment
12 NETA CECs
(1.2 ACE Credits)
Item #9101 $139.00  

BOSU® Complete Workout System Take a straightforward approach to learning how to use the BOSU®. This home study will take you through the system, step by step, and provide you with the formula to make the BOSU® Balance Trainer more effective in your club, your classes, and with your clients. Learn simple, effective workouts that bring the entire system to life. Includes 190 page manual, 5 DVD's, 1 CD, 9 laminated workout flow charts. BOSU® not included.

Item #885
$99.00    
BOSU® Home Study Exam For the total BOSU® Home Study Package order Item #885 and Item #924  
8 NETA CECs Item #924 $39.00    

BREATHE, STRETCH, RELAX & MEDITATE Linda Christy Weiler Teach your clients to improve total body relaxation by practicing 20 basic yoga poses, 9 breathing techniques, 9 simple meditations, relaxation and affirmations. Course materials: 30 min. audio lecture, 55 page manual and exam.

Breathe, Stretch, Relax & Meditate
4 NETA CECs
(.4 ACE Credits)
Item #938 $49.00 Includes Audio

CARDIO DANCE Add style to your group exercise classes by exploring dance moves from ballet, jazz, hip hop and salsa. Written choreography included.

2 NETA CECs
Item #927 $35.00    

CHOREOGRAPHY (VOL 1) Create outstanding choreography combos with a focus on low impact. This course reviews the basic techniques of choreography development including: Choreography Structure, Movement Variations, Transitions, and Balancing Moves. Receive free choreography for various class formats.

1 NETA CEC
Item #951 $19.00    

CORE TRAINING SPECIALIST - LEVEL ONE Gina Piazza, Exercise Physiologist Provide the body with a working foundation. Teach your clients how to effectively recruit the trunk musculature and control the position of the lumbar spine. You'll learn to start with the basics and then add equipment when clients are able to properly engage the transverse and pelvic floor musculature. Includes 85-page manual, DVD, ab mat and exam. Return to GMP Fitness for credits.

Core Training Specialist
6 NETA CECs
(.6 ACE Credits)
Item #945 $109.00    

DESIGN-A-PROGRAM New to Personal Training? This home study provides a step by step approach to the essential principles of developing resistance training programs. It includes sample resistance programs for novice, senior adult, teenage and body building clients.

3 NETA CECs
Item #926 $45.00 Personal Trainers  

DRUMS ALIVE Carrie Ekins Combines traditional aerobic movements with the powerful beat and rhythm of the drums. This is a workout for the entire body, mind and spirit! Feel and experience the pulsating rhythms, dynamic movements and powerful percussions of this new high-energy dance and rhythm program. Carrie's Drums Alive! presentation sells out at every IDEA Convention1 Drums are not required but you will need a stability ball to complete this course. Course includes: exam, study guide, 71-page illustrated workbook, instructional DVD, music CD, pair of drumsticks. Return exam to Desert Southwest Fitness for credits.

Drums Alive!
6 NETA CECs
(.6 ACE Credits)
Item #998 $119.00  

ENLIGHTEN YOUR BODY Linda-Christy Weiler, MS This inspirational blend of yoga and Pilates combines the concepts of balance movement, grace and flow, mind-body techniques, and core strength. You will learn how to apply the lessons of yoga and mind-body fitness to everyday life. Cultivate personal transformation through awareness, self-discovery, and insights into your own body. Includes 178 page text, 60-minute instructional DVD, 73-page workbook and exam. Return to Linda Christy Weiler for credits.

Enlighten Your Body
20 NETA CECs
(2 ACE Credits)
Item #9103 $209.00  


EXERCISE FOR POPULATIONS WITH SPECIAL MEDICAL CONCERNS Desert Southwest Fitness These courses will teach you exercise program design, guidelines and considerations, exercise progression and professional responsibilities. Materials for these courses vary, and all exams may be taken online. To receive NETA and/or ACE credits, return the exam to Desert Southwest Fitness for scoring and certificate issue.

 

Breast Cancer Recovery Exercise Program Anna Schwartz, PhD, Naomi Aaronson, MA, OTR/L CHT Assist your breast cancer recovery clients as they build confidence and regain function through the specialized therapeutic exercises offered under your care. Gain an understanding of how to safely and effectively work different muscle groups affected by treatment and surgery and how to support the physical and emotional recovery of your clients.
  6 NETA CECs
(.6 ACE Credits)
Item #971 $89.00    

 

Exercise & Arthritis Respond to critical changes in your client's health as you manage the chronic pain and stiffness associated with arthritis. Half of all older adults will develop some form of arthritis in their lifetime. Through exercise, you can help to safely alleviate the pain and stiffness associated with this condition. Learn to recognize symptoms and flare-ups and design exercise appropriate for avoiding inflammation and injury. This course takes you past generalizations, offers insight into the management of arthritis and provides practical handouts for your clients. Includes 94-page workbood and exam. Return exam to Desert Southwest Fitness for credits.
  6 NETA CECs
(.6 ACE Credits)
Item #991 $89.00 Audio Included  

 

Exercise & Diabetes You can dramatically improve the health of your clients with diabetes by helping them to manage their blood sugar levels through diet and exercise. Recognize acute symptoms and long-term signs of diabetes and design individualized exercise plans to maintain health. Today, every hospital has a diabetes education program, and more fitness clubs are beginning to implement these same programs. Experience the course used in hospitals and wellness centers as an effective means of controlling diabetes!
  4 NETA CECs
(.4 ACE Credits)
Item #994 $79.00 Audio Included  

 

Exercise & Fibromyalgia Gwen Hyatt, MS Gain a better understanding of Fibromyalgia Syndrome and learn about chronic fatigue and pain.This course combines research studies into an easy-to-understand approach. Course materials: 100 page instructional workbook with client handouts and exam. Exercise & Fibromyalgia
  5 NETA CECs
(.5 ACE Credits)
Item #917 $85.00  

 

Exercise & Heart Disease Heart disease is a major killer of both men and women in the United States, and exercise is proven to reduce the risk of its occurrence. Identify risk factors associated with heart disease and outline fitness strategies for your clients with the comprehensive information contained in this course. The technically strong, yet easy-to-follow reference material will allow you to quickly design personalized programs that safely set intensity levels for the progression of exercise.
  5 NETA CECs
(.5 ACE Credits)
Item #992 $95.00 Audio Included  

 

Exercise for Knee and Hip Replacement Over 60 exercises, appropriate progressions and safety guidelines to improve strength, mobility and flexibility. 150 page illustrated workbook. Return exam to Desert Southwest Fitness. Exercise for Knee and Hip Replacement
  8 NETA CECs
(.8 ACE Credits)
Item #984 $129.00  

 

Exercise & Multiple Sclerosis Karl Knopf, EdD Acquire the tools and strategies to improve physical fitness for clients with MS. Learn exercise precautions, program design, perceptual motor activity development, ambulation training and much more. Course materials: 120 page workbook and exam. Exercise & Multiple Sclerosis
  5 NETA CECs
(.5 ACE Credits)
Item #916 $95.00  

 

Exercise & Respiratory Disease Gwen Hyatt, MS Individuals with COPD can live normal and productive lives with the help of disease management strategies like exercise. Includes helpful client handouts, information on program design, indications and contraindications for exercise and monitoring techniques.
  4 NETA CECs
(.4 ACE Credits)
Item #993 $79.00 Audio Included  

 

The BEST Exercise Program for Osteoporosis Prevention Funded by an NIH grant, the University of Arizona BEST Team of researchers identified the exercises that are most effective for preventing osteoporosis and improving bone mineral density in postmenopausal women. Learn these 6 BEST exercises, training protocols and specific programming and motivational strategies to help women adhere to a lifetime of exercise that's guaranteed to be the BEST for optimal bone health. Includes 170-page workbook and exam. Return exam to Desert Southwest Fitness for credits.
  8 NETA CECs
(.8 ACE Credits)
Item #995 $129.00    

 

Prenatal and Postpartum Exercise Design Gwen Hyatt M.S. and Catherine Cram M.S. Learn the effect of exercise on maternal and fetal health and how to set intensity levels and modify exercise based on the most recent ACOG Guidelines. This course covers the latest research, demonstrates appropriate abdominal and pelvic floor exercise and suggests guidelines for strength training, water exercise and competitive sports during pregnancy. Includes 212-page workbook and handouts. Return exam to Desert Southwest for credits. Prenatal and Postpartum Exercise Design
  6 NETA CECs
(.6 ACE Credits)
Item #923 $99.00  

EXERCISE SCIENCE REVIEW The same material found in textbooks presented in an easy to understand audio format. A great refresher course or study tool for certification.

3 NETA CECs
Item #966 $39.00 Personal Trainers  

FIT KIDS Get kids moving with this educational and fun home study course. Gain a basic understanding of the importance of fitness among our youth, learn how to provide age appropriate exercises, and get fun ideas to get our kids fit.

5 NETA CECs
Item #922 $49.00    

FITNESS AQUATICS Great for beginners to advanced instructors! Includes 60 workouts that allow you to train your class or clients with the proper duration and intensity. Includes 167 page book and exam.

Fitness Aquatics
2 NETA CECs
Item #952 $39.00  

FITNESS OVER FIFTY Expert advice on energy, motivation, balance, strength and flexibility to keep us fit and active well beyond 50.

Fitness over Fifty
2 NETA CECs
Item #943 $39.00  

FITPLAY - BUILDING HEALTHY LIFESTYLES FOR KIDS Shelley Whitlach, MS Bring excitement into your physical education activities for ares 3 - 12. Includes a 204-page workbook and exam. Return exam to Desert Southwest Fitness for credit.

6 NETA CECs
(.6 ACE Credits)
Item #989 $99.00    

FUNCTIONAL BIOMECHANICS This NETA home study is designed to provide you with pertinent, user-friendly information that can be easily applied to common resistance training exercises. You will learn important considerations and proper technique for common resistance training exercises including the arms, shoulders, chest, upper back, abdominals, lower back and legs. Includes workbook and exam.

15 NETA CECs
Item #921 $139.00 Personal Trainers  

FUN FIT GAMES FOR KIDS Mindy Mylrea This creative fitness-play course is packed with programming ideas, circle and group games, drills and exercises, cooperative team games, individual skill development and partner play using favorite fitness toys, parachutes and balls. Appropriate for kids age 5-12. Equipment not included. Includes study guide with exam and 2 instructional DVD's. Return exam to Desert Southwest for credits.

Fun Fit Games for Kits

5 NETA CECs
(.5 ACE Credits)

Item #972 $79.00  

GOLDEN WAVES™ Aqua Home Study course from Mary Sanders. Winner of the Aquatic Exercise Association Lifetime Achievement Award 2000. This is the most complete home study course for aqua instructors. Medical and chronic conditions, basic skills, and functional activities. You get 2 videos, manual, pool side cue cards and exam all in one package. Intermediate level. (To receive NETA and/or ACE credits, return exam to Mary Sanders.)

Golden Waves

16 NETA CECs
(1.6 ACE Credits)

Item #965 $149.00 Best Value

GOLF CONDITIONING PROFESSIONAL TRAINING Gina Piazza, Exercise Physiologist This comprehensive Home Study Program is specifically designed to teach you client assessment and exercise development for improved golf performance. The program provides all the tools you need to evaluate and develop a golf conditioning program for your client. Includes manual, DVDs, and test packet.

Golf Conditioning Specialist
16 NETA CECs
(1.6 ACE Credits)
Item #940 $199.00 Personal Trainers Ball Recommended

GOLF WELLNESS SPECIALIST Gina Piazza, Exercise Physiologist The Golf Wellness Specialist Course is made up of a series of effective golf fitness moves and essential wellness tips to help clients play better, safer, and have a more enjoyable round of golf. Includes 75-page manual, DVD, marketing brochures and exam. Return to GMP Fitness for credits.

Golf Wellness Specialist
5 NETA CECs
(.5 ACE Credits)
Item #946 $79.00  

HATHA YOGA Features 94 poses and variations for all skill levels. Poses are taught in a sequential step by step process with 12 pre-designed yoga routines encompassing Iyengar, Astranga, Anasura, and Bikram. Includes 248 page book and exam. Hatha Yoga
4 NETA CECs Item #935 $45.00  

HEALTH & FITNESS ASSESSMENTS: Field Tests for the Fitness Professional Learn about and practice using common health assessment & lifestyle questionnaires, a variety of fitness test protocols and testing equipment. This home study includes a free body fat caliper ($24.75 value) and an audio tape, which includes instructions for administering the 3-minute step test and the partial curl up test. Caliper
3 NETA CECs Item #925 $49.00 Personal Trainers Includes Audio

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE MANAGEMENT A comprehensive overview of the many factors involved in managing a healthy, active, and rewarding lifestyle. Includes information on the latest nutrition guidelines, weight management issues, behavior modification strategies, and stress management.
4 NETA CECs Item #934 $45.00    

HILL TRAINING FOR INDOOR CYCLING Coach the climb with new motivating drills. Includes 55 page manual, exam. Return to Desert Southwest Fitness. Hill Training for Indoor Cycling
4 NETA CECs
(.4 ACE Credits)
Item #985 $79.00  

INTRO TO KICKBOXING (Revised 2005). The 40-page manual discusses class format, skills and techniques. Photos show punches,
jabs, kicks. Choreography included.
Intro to Kickboxing
3 NETA CECs Item #983 $45.00  

JUMP ROPE A comprehensive guide to the ultimate jump rope workout. Includes DVD, manual, jump rope and test packet. The DVD includes beginning instruction and an introductory workout.The step-by-step training manual will provide jumpers with the tools to create a fantastic jump rope workout. Jump Rope
6 NETA CECs Item #919 $59.00  

LONGEVITY WELLNESS SPECIALIST Gina Piazza, Exercise Physiologist Designed to teach the ten biological processes involved in aging, the culprits largely responsible for tripping the clock, the pros and cons of hormone therapy and how to naturally stimulate your hormone production. Includes a 124-page manual, The New Anti-Aging Revolution Book, and exam packet. Return exam to GMP Fitness for credit. Longevity Wellness Specialist
17 NETA CECs
(1.7 ACE Credits)
Item #964 $169.00

LOWER BODY BALL This program is specifically designed to encourage a healthy lower back. Learn:

  • Beginner to advanced stabilization techniques
  • The muscles being used when performing stretches
  • Guidelines and tips using the stability ball
  • Appropriate ball size guidelines

Course materials includes 90-page manual, instructional DVD, instruction guide and test. No ball included. (Stability balls can be ordered at the NETA Store.)

Lower Body Ball Specialist
6 NETA CECs
(.6 ACE Credits)
Item #908 $79.00 Ball Recommended  

LOWER BODY INSTRUCTION DVD and booklet by Glen Carrigan, CSCS. Intermediate level. Covers correct exercise techniques for the lower body. See how traditional exercise can be altered to increase balance and difficulty. Return test to Progressive Education.

Lower Body Instruction
4 NETA CECs
(.4 ACE Credits)
Item #903 $65.00  

MOTIVATING PEOPLE TO BE PHYSICALLY ACTIVE Bess H. Marcus, PhD, and Leighann H. Fortsyth, PhD Improve client motivation and participation in physical activity by understanding the psychological principals of behavior change, learn to assess your client's activity patterns, readiness for change, motivations and barriers to exercise. Includes a 220-page book, study guide and exam. Return exam to Desert Southwest for credit.

16 NETA CECs
(1.6 ACE Credits)
Item #990 $169.00 Personal Trainers  

MUSCLE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - CARPEL TUNNEL SYNDROME Gina Piazza, Exercise Physiologist Carpel Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is the leading Repetitive Motion Injury in the United States. Treating the symptom with ineffective remedies, instead of focusing on the source of the pain, can lead to even more discomfort or serious side effects. Learn the truth about wrist pain and CTS and why the typical conventional methods may not be the best course of treatment. Includes: 45-page manual, 125-page book and exam. Return exam to GMP Fitness for credits.

Muscle Management Specialist
5 NETA CECs
(.5 ACE Credits)
Item #947 $79.00    

MUSCLE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - THE PAIN FREE RUNNER Many injuries are associated with running: knee pain ("runner's knee"), shin splints, pulled muscles, twisted ankles, and Iliotibial Band Syndrome. Repetitive stress on the same tissues without a sufficient recovery period, poor form, or muscle imbalances can lead to many of these physical difficulties. Learn the most current techniques to become a pain free runner. Includes 50-page manual, 265-page book and exam. Return exam to GMP Fitness for credits.

Muscle Management Specialist
7 NETA CECs
(.7 ACE Credits)
Item #948 $99.00    

NETA'S INTRO TO TEACHING MAT PILATES Learn the origins, definitions, and benefits of Pilates. A must-have guide to analyzing, practicing and teaching 40 basic mat Pilates exercises. This course provides a sound foundation for all Pilates exercises. Includes the revised 118 page NETA Pilates Manual, the new Pilates workbook and exam. Successful completion of this course is required for NETA's Pilates Instructor Home Study Certificate.
15 NETA CECs Item #963 $139.00    

NETA'S INTRO TO TEACHING YOGA Linda Christy-Weiler This step-by-step guide, illustrated with photographs, explains how to teach 27 popular yoga poses. Specifically designed as a basic training program for yoga instructors, covers history, terminology, safety principles, breathing, benefits of yoga, contraindications and common errors for each pose. A great reference for new and seasoned yoga instructors. Includes 109-page workbook, 56 page mind-body book and exam. Successful completion of this course is a requirement for NETA’s Yoga Instructor Certification. The Contemporary Yoga Teacher's Handbook
12 NETA CECs Item #936 $129.00  

NETA PERSONAL TRAINER PRACTICAL EXERCISES This home study walks you through 75 common exercises performed with different pieces of equipment including: Weight Machines, Cable Cross Over, Free Motion Equipment, Stability Ball, Barbell, Dumbbell, and BOSU. Included are NETA‚s new Practical Exercises DVD, workbook, and exam. NETA Personal Trainer Practical Exercises
15 NETA CECs Item #9110 $149.00  

THE PAIN FREE TRIATHLETE Gina Piazza, Exercise Physiologist Triathlete training requires an incredibly intense regimen. This course covers proper training for cycling, swimming and running. Includes a 65-page manual, 260-page book, instruction guide and exam. The Pain Free Runner Course is included in this Home Study. Return exam to GMP Fitness for credits. The Pain Free Triathlete
10 NETA CECs
(1.0 ACE Credits)
Item #973 $119.00  

PILATES Each course is designed to add 10-12 new, more challenging exercises to the previous level beyond the exercises taught at the 2-Day Pilates Clinic. Each exercise includes a description of the starting position, exercise sequence, exercise modifications, muscle targeted, common errors and commonly asked questions.

 

Complete Beginner Rib Cage Arms, Double Leg Stretch, Scissors, One Leg Kick, Saw, Side Kick, Side Leg Lift Series, Single Leg Extension, Swimming, Leg Pull Front, Side Bend and Front Arm Support.
  3 NETA CECs
Item #910 $45.00    

 

Intermediate Slow Double Leg Stretch, Roll Over, Open Leg Rocker, Neck Pull, Jack Knife, Double Leg Kick, Teaser 1, Teaser 2, Swan, Swimming, Hip Twist and Kneeling Side Kicks.
  3 NETA CECs
Item #911 $45.00    

 

Advanced Scissors in the Air, Bicycle in the Air, Teaser 3, Teaser 4, Swan Dive, Leg Pull (Front & Back), Control Balance, Corkscrew, Twist, Rocking, Boomerang and Push Up.
  3 NETA CECs
Item #912 $45.00    

PERSONAL TRAINING FROM A TO Z Douglas Brooks, MS This intermediate to advanced level course digs deep into personal training and offers solutions to challenges faced by personal trainers. Includes a 608-page, hard copy book, course workbook and exam materials. Book has 100 photos and a helpful index to locate any particular topic quickly. The Book of Personal Training
20 NETA CECs
(2.0 ACE Credits)
Item #920 $199.00  

POSTURAL ANALYSIS SPECIALIST Designed by Gina Piazza, Exercise Physiologist, this stability ball home study has great illustrations and exercise charts arranged to target postural problems. Using a stability ball makes these therapeutic exercises fun. Group fitness and personal trainers will like the fact that the exercises are organized with pictures and are ready to teach. Includes DVD, manual, and exam packet. Return exam to GMP Fitness for credits. (A ball is recommended but not necessary.) Posture Analysis Specialist
5 NETA CECs
(.5 ACE Credits)
Item #958 $79.00 Personal Trainers

POWER BAND A guide to core strength, muscle definition and flexibility using the exercise band. Power Band
2 NETA CECs Item #950 $39.00 Ball Recommended

POWER SCULPT The women's guide to body sculpting, flexibility, balance and resistance training, using the stability ball. Power Sculpt
2 NETA CECs Item #944 $39.00 Ball Recommended

PRACTICAL SKILLS FOR GROUP EXERCISE Study and prepare for certification or refresh newly acquired skills or just brush up on the basics of teaching group exercise. The DVD, created and produced by NETA, and the course materials provide a thorough review of class formatting, teaching skills, cueing techniques and coaching tips for all segments of a group exercise class. Whatever skill level, this is a great home study for you.

6 NETA CECs
Item #901 $79.00    

PRACTICAL YOGA FOR PERSONAL TRAINERS Linda Christy Weiler, MS Explore the tradition, techniques, and psychology of yoga. Learn 50+ yoga postures, meditation, breathing, visualization, affirmations and other yogic methods. Sport-specific yoga programs for jogging, cycling, golf, tennis, and dance conditioning and lifestyle yoga programs for flexibility, strength training, core stability, stress reduction, chronic fatigue, back pain, pregnancy, and weight loss. Include 190-page manual, worksheets and exam.

Practical Yoga for Personal trainers
22 NETA CECs
(2.2 ACE Credits)
Item #949 $219.00    

PROGRAM DESIGN FOR PERSONAL TRAINERS Douglas S. Brooks, MS Take the knowledge from your certification and turn it into practical training programs for a variety of clients. Begin with Brooks' Ten Steps for Program Design and learn step by step how to be a successful trainer. It's all here! From simple reps and sets to periodization. Includes 320-page book, course materials, and exam. Return exam to Brooks to receive credits. Program Design for Personal Trainers
15 NETA CECs
(1.5 ACE Credits)
Item #959 $149.00  

PROGRESSIVE EDUCATION HOME STUDY COURSES

 

Core Conditioning
Glen Carrigan/Progressive Education Fitness professionals who want to learn how to train the core safely, thoroughly, and effectively will review basic core exercises, explore new ones, and learn ways to increase the effectiveness and intensity of these exercises. Strength training guidelines such as tempo, load, alignment, and repetitions are thoroughly discussed. LEVEL - Intermediate/Advanced. Includes 1 booklet and 1 DVD.
  2 NETA CECs
(.2 ACE Credits)
Item #954 $45.00 Personal Trainers  

 

Exercise & Injury Rehabilitation
Designed to give fitness professionals a better understanding of common musculoskeletal injuries as well as effective rehabilitation methods. Return exam to Progressive Education for credits.
Exercise & Injury Rehabilitation
  2 NETA CECs
(.2 ACE Credits)
Item #930 $35.00 Personal Trainers Best Value

 

Nutrition for Health & Performance
This course helps you grasp the basic principles of proper nutrition, including the different nutrients, proper amounts, and the role they play in the body. Return exam to Progressive Education for credits.
Nutrition for Health & Performance
  4 NETA CECs
(.4 ACE Credits)
Item #931 $49.00 Personal Trainers Best Value

 

Practical Strength Training
This course covers general weight training principles, including the body's physiological response to weight training as well as how to design an effective routine for individuals with varying goals. Return exam to Progressive Education.
Practical Strength Training
  6 NETA CECs
(.6 ACE Credits)
Item #932 $69.00 Personal Trainers Best Value

 

Supplement Review
This course takes a look at what the independent research is saying about the effectiveness of supplements, including creatine, HMB, andro products, glucosamine, pyruvate, as well as a wide variety of herbs. Return exam to Progressive Education for credits.
Supplement Review
  2 NETA CECs
(.2 ACE Credits)
Item #933 $35.00  

SENIOR HEALTH EXERCISE Aging is a natural process and should be a very rewarding part of life. With a few simple adjustments, fitness levels can be improved at any age, even with limitations commonly associated with aging. However, you may be unclear about the physical, physiological and emotional effects commonly experienced during the aging process. This home study course will help to debunk some of the age old myths and offer you up-to-date information about providing safe, effective, and motivating fitness programming for a wide variety of seniors. Includes CD series, study materials, and 25 question test.

2 NETA CECs
Item #978 $35.00 Personal Trainers Includes Audio  

STABILITY BALL Use stretching, strengthening, balance and coordination activities to provide your clients with a challenging full body workout.

3 NETA CECs
Item #904 $49.00    

STRENGTH TRAINING The 262-page book details guidelines and principles of effective strength training, controversial exercises and program design. Includes photos and explanations of exercises using free weights, resistance machines and stability balls.

Effective Strength Training
6 NETA CECs
Item #941 $69.00 Personal Trainers

STRETCHING ANATOMY Your illustrated guide to improving flexibility and muscular strength. Detailed instruction and full color illustrations. Includes 147 page book and exam.

Stretching Anatomy
2 NETA CECs
Item #929 $39.00  

TOTAL BODY FLEXIBILITY SPECIALIST Designed by Gina Piazza, Exercise Physiologist, this stability ball home study program is divided into 3 different stretching segments and includes illustrations and exercise charts. This program is great for group fitness and personal trainers. The Total Body Flexibility includes a DVD, manual, instructional guide, and exam packet. Return exam to GMP Fitness for credits.

Flexibility Training Specialist
4 NETA CECs
(.4 ACE Credits)
Item #955 $69.00 Personal Trainers Ball Recommended

TOTAL PILATES Learn and master the entire mat and apparatus repertoire of this mind-body system. With more than 800 photos and 210 exercises, this home study provides a meaningful way to categorize and sequence the vast collection of exercises presented. Includes 345-page book and exam.

Total Pilates
6 NETA CECs
Item #914 $69.00  

TRAINING THE ATHLETE OVER 50 Gwen Hyatt, MS Competition is too much fun to be left to the kids. That is the sentiment echoed by today's senior athletes. They want coaches who understand their desire to achieve peak performance, yet appreciate the limits of their physiology. With one person turning 50 every 8 seconds, your potential client base is exploding! Become a sought-after trainer by applying the motivation, injury prevention and training techniques you'll learn here - in the only CE course of its kind!

Training the Athlete Ove 50
5 NETA CECs
(.5 ACE Credits)
Item #918 $79.00 Includes Audio

UPPER BODY INSTRUCTION DVD and Booklet by Glen Carrigan, CSCS Intermediate level. Topics: functions of different muscle groups; ways to increase exercise intensity and change routines; periodization and designing weight training routines for various goals. Return exam to Progressive Education.

Upper Body Instruction
4 NETA CECs
(.4 ACE Credits)
Item #902 $55.00  

THE YOGA CONNECTION Linda-Christy Weiler, MS Learn to design and teach yoga classes for health and fitness! This comprehensive course features information on formatting, cueing, contraindications, dosha recommendations, and the therapeutic aspect of yoga asana. It also clarifies the difference between fitness-yoga and traditional-yoga. Level: Intermediate. Includes: 80 page book "Yoga Solutions for Poor Posture and an Aching Back", 29 page booklet "Kriya Hatha Yoga", 50 page course binder with worksheets and exam, 60 minute instructional DVD (The DVD includes a warm-up, sun salutations, tanning poses, balance poses, breath work, seated stretch poses, gestures and footwork, and a final relaxation.) Return to Linda-Christy Weiler for credits.

The Yoga Connection
16 NETA CECs
(1.6 ACE Credits)
Item #939 $179.00  

YOGA FOR A NEW DAY Linda-Christy Weiler, MS Weiler's emphasis is on mind-body fitness methods, leadership and cueing. Upon completion you will be able to identify appropriate cues for teaching 23 different yoga poses. Contains 60-minute DVD and 30-page workbook. Return to Linda-Christy Weiler for credit.

Yoga for a New Day
9 NETA CECs
(.9 ACE Credits)
Item #957 $99.00  

YOGA FOR PREVENTION OF LOW BACK PAIN Linda-Christy Weiler, MS Learn to format a gentle yoga class by selecting and sequencing poses that are appropriate for people with low back pain, seniors, or beginners. Includes information on scoliosis, sciatica, osteoporosis and arthritis. Course materials: 103 page workbook, 9 worksheets and exam. Return to Linda-Christy Weiler for credits.

Yoga for Prevention of Low Back Pain
10 NETA CECs
(1.0 ACE Credits)
Item #937 $119.00 Includes Audio

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