Continuing Education Units: 8 Credits
The Half-Marathon Training continuing education course provides exercise prescriptions and programs to train runners of all levels.
Course Learning Objectives
- Learn the history of the marathon
- Learn what drives people to run half-marathons
- Learn how half-marathon training changes the body
- Learn the difference between novice 1 and novice 2
- Learn how to keep your clients on track
Course Outcomes
- Know how to motivate your clients
- Know the different types of programs for half-marathon training
- Know how to track your clients progress
- Know how to blend speed and endurance
- Know how to avoid injury
Course Goals
- Understand the science behind half-marathon training
- Understand how to train a novice runner
- Understand how to train an intermediate runner
- Understand how to train an advanced runner
- Understand the most effective race day tips
Package Contents
- Textbook
- Course Outline
- 60 question (multiple choice, open book) CEU Exam
Prerequisites:
- CPR/First Aid Certified
