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Exercise Courses

Exercise courses can help you learn strength training, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility techniques, and nutrition basics. You can build skills in creating personalized workout plans, understanding body mechanics, and monitoring progress effectively. Many courses introduce tools like fitness trackers, resistance bands, and apps for tracking workouts, which support your journey in maintaining a balanced and active lifestyle.


Popular Exercise Courses and Certifications


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    ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)

    GLP-1 Medication Support Course for Fitness Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Medical Support, Patient Education And Counseling, Mental and Behavioral Health, Medical Prescription, Health And Wellness Coaching, Exercise Science, Healthcare Ethics, Collaboration, Athletic Training, Rehabilitation, Medication Therapy Management, Health Care, Nutrition and Diet, Health Assessment, Nutrition Education, Coaching, Health Education, Nutritional Assessment, Human Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Respiration, Physiology, Neurology, Mechanics, Injury Prevention, Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Nutrition and Diet

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    57 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Impact of Exercise on Weight Loss

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Stamina, Mental Health, Stress Management, Health Assessment, Nutrition and Diet, Health And Wellness Coaching

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Nutrition and Weight Management for Fitness Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Counseling, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutritional Assessment, Health And Wellness Coaching, Exercise Science, Physiology, Biology, Anatomy, Communication

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    44 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Getting Started as a Personal Fitness Trainer

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Health Assessment, Exercise Science, Preventative Care, Health And Wellness Coaching, Overcoming Obstacles, Public Health, Health Promotion, Motivational Skills, Needs Assessment

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    175 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Biohacking Your Brain's Health

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Concentration, Nutrition and Diet, Anatomy, Mental Health, Lifelong Learning, Stress Management, Preventative Care, Neurology, Exercise Science, Mindfulness, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Cognitive flexibility, Biology, Physiology

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Understanding Fitness Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Coaching, Health And Wellness Coaching, Kinesiology, Injury Prevention, Physiology, Adaptability, Human Musculoskeletal System, Goal Setting, Communication, Anatomy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Sit Less, Get Active

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Patient Education And Counseling, Community Health, Health Education, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Exercise Science, Self-Motivation, Behavioral Health, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Occupational Health, Chronic Diseases

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Poise

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Composure, Communication Strategies, Storytelling, Advocacy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Biochemical Principles of Energy Metabolism

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Endocrinology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Pathology, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Chronic Diseases, Oncology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Fundamental Sports related Musculoskeletal Anatomy

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, Orthopedics, Physical Therapy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    الإدارة الفعالة للوقت | Effective Time Management

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Planning, Productivity, Organizational Skills, Prioritization, Scheduling, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Professional Development, Strong Work Ethic, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular exercise courses

  • GLP-1 Medication Support Course for Fitness Professionals: ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
  • Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Impact of Exercise on Weight Loss: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Nutrition and Weight Management for Fitness Professionals: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Getting Started as a Personal Fitness Trainer: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Biohacking Your Brain's Health: Emory University
  • Understanding Fitness Programming: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Sit Less, Get Active: The University of Edinburgh
  • Speaking and Presenting: Poise: University of Michigan
  • Biochemical Principles of Energy Metabolism: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

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