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Optimal Athletic Conditioning

Optimal Athletic Conditioning (OAC)

Come join us and bridge the gap between science and sports performance. This lecture/lab course is designed to teach methods that will enhance and optimize athletic performance. Topics discussed include:

Biomechanics of human function
Performance testing
Functional strength training
Speed, agility and balance training
Power training and plyometrics
Principles of periodization

Optimal Athletic Conditioning Miniseries (1 day/ 8 CEUs) One-day seminars focusing on training specific biomotor qualities. Periodization concepts are included. Lab/lecture format. Miniseries topics are as follows:

Functional Strength Training
Speed and Agility Training
Hard "Core" Training
Power Training
Training for Endurance

Create effective training programs
Explore state-of-the-art training methods
Capitalize on abilities-and eliminate weakness
Optimize the pre-season to maximize the in-season

Optimal Athletic Conditioning

Come join us for a unique, dynamic educational experience deisgned to enhance and optimize athletic performance.

Learn why:
- Conventional wisdom is not always wise
- Many athletes are overworked and under trained
- Efficient training programs will yield effective athletes

Who should attend?
This seminar is designed for physical therapists, athletic trainers, conditioning coaches, personal trainers and others involved in the conditioning, training and rehabilitation of athletes of all ages and levels.

Seminar outline

Day 1
- Biomechanics of human function
- Performance testing Lecture/Lab
- Functional Strength Training Lecture/Lab
- Balance training Lecture/Lab

Day 2
- Speed/Agility Lecture/Lab
- Power Training Lecture/Lab
- Core Training Lecture Lab
- Principles of Patronization

About the speaker...
A board certified physical therapy orthopedic specialist and a certifies strength and condition specialist, Sherry McLaughlin has been involved in the design and implementation of the athletic conditioning and performance enhancement programs for athletes of all levels in Southeastern Michigan. She has been an adjunct faculty member for Macomb Community College since 1992, instructing courses in kinesiolgy and orthopedic treatment techniques.

She is a dynamic speaker and looks forward to the opportunity to share idea and thoughts that will bridge the gap between science and sports performance.

Learn for the innovator and GET THE EDGE!

"The information was so well presented...Everything made me want to run out and try it. I have been to seminars that leave you with an empty feeling, but this one was tops!"

"Practical applications. Well described biomechanical principles."

"Gives new ideas to old theories. Very knowledgeable and enthusiastic speaker."

Last Updated ( Friday, January 12, 2007 )

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