Applied Anatomy and Biomechanics

PHYSCI X 452

Designed for fitness instructors, this course covers musculoskeletal anatomy and the application of basic biomechanical principles to the moving body.

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What you can learn.

Analyze a movement and identify poor mechanics that contribute to injury
Design exercises for particular muscle groups
Advise on the safe and effective use of exercise equipment

About this course:

This course provides fitness instructors with an understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy and the application of basic biomechanical principles to the moving body. This application allows fitness instructors to analyze a movement and identify poor mechanics that could contribute to injury, design exercises for particular muscle groups, and more safely and effectively advise on the use of exercise equipment.

Prerequisites

PHYSCI X 400.6 or PHYSCI X 449.

Winter 2025 Schedule

January 6 - March 23

This section has no set meeting times.

Available

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Instructor: Elizabeth Likes

400866

Fee:

$850.00

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Notes

Required course in Exercise Science Fitness Specialist Program Certificate

Enrollment deadline: January 10, 2025. Internet access required.

Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to fitness@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after January 10, 2025

Course Requirements

Book: Kinesiology: The Skeletal System and Muscle Function by Joseph E. Muscolino DC

ISBN 978-0323812764