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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


  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Less Stress, Better Health

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Mental Health, Physiology, Psychology, Blood Pressure, Scientific Methods, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Chronic Diseases, Social Skills, Immunology, Cardiology

    ā˜… 4.9 (10) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Nutrición y obesidad: control de sobrepeso

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Clinical Nutrition, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Personal Care, Nutrition Education, Preventative Care, Behavioral Health, Meal Planning And Preparation, Behavior Management, Chronic Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Assessment, Family Support, Exercise Science

    ā˜… 4.8 (5.7K) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    National Academy of Sports Medicine Nutrition Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition Care Plans, Nutrition Education, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, Coaching, Behavior Management, Public Health and Disease Prevention

    ā˜… 4.6 (85) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Improving Immunity Based on Traditional Eastern Exercises

    Skills you'll gain: Sports Medicine, Immunology, Preventative Care, Exercise Science, Exercise Therapy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Research, Mindfulness, Public Health, Meditation & Breathwork, Stress Management, Cultural Diversity, Infectious Diseases, Mental Health Therapies

    ā˜… 4.5 (104) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Exam Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Nutrition Care Plans, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Human Musculoskeletal System, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Automated External Defibrillator, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Athletic Training, Motivational Skills, Anatomy, Physiology

    ā˜… 4.5 (44) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    MedCerts

    The Skin, Bones, and Muscles

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Human Musculoskeletal System, Pathology, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Physiology, Oncology

    ā˜… 4.8 (48) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Popular Fitness Supplements

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Critical Thinking, Sports Medicine, Drug Interaction, Exercise Science, Pharmaceuticals, Contraindication, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Health Promotion, Health And Wellness Coaching, Regulatory Compliance, General Science and Research

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Immersify

    The Framework of Movement: Understanding Bones and Muscles

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Orthopedics, Medical Imaging, Anatomy, Radiography, Diagnostic Tests, Physical Therapy, Exercise Science, Physiology, Medical Terminology, Chronic Diseases

    ā˜… 4.4 (17) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    American Council on Exercise

    Foundations of Effective Behavior Change Coaching

    Skills you'll gain: Health And Wellness Coaching, Motivational Interviewing, Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Coaching, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Overcoming Obstacles, Problem Solving, Behavior Management, Treatment Planning, Accountability, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Empathy

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    American Council on Exercise

    Lifestyle & Wellness Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Nutrition and Diet, Stress Management, Nutrition Education, Health And Wellness Coaching, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Substance Abuse, Chronic Diseases, Meditation & Breathwork, Health Promotion, Mental Health

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Immersify

    The Heart of the Matter: Exploring the Cardiovascular System

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Blood Pressure, Capillary, Hemodynamics, Cardiac Dysrhythmia, Diagnostic Tests, Respiration, Anatomy, Hematology, Physiology, Electrophysiology, Medical Terminology, Simulation and Simulation Software

    ā˜… 4.5 (12) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Fundamental Human Physiology in Sports Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Sports Medicine, Pulmonology, Respiration, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Anatomy, Physiology, Exercise Science, Neurology, Cell Biology

    ā˜… 4.5 (20) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular exercise courses

  • Less Stress, Better Health:Ā American Psychological Association
  • Nutrición y obesidad: control de sobrepeso:Ā Universidad Nacional Autónoma de MĆ©xico
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine Nutrition Essentials:Ā National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Improving Immunity Based on Traditional Eastern Exercises:Ā Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Exam Preparation:Ā National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • The Skin, Bones, and Muscles:Ā MedCerts
  • Popular Fitness Supplements:Ā National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • The Framework of Movement: Understanding Bones and Muscles :Ā Immersify
  • Foundations of Effective Behavior Change Coaching:Ā American Council on Exercise
  • Lifestyle & Wellness Strategies:Ā American Council on Exercise

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