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Schedule as ofMarch 8, 2017

FITNESS SYMPOSIUM / MARCH 24 - 26, 2017 / TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA

SATURDAY, MARCH 25

YOGA IN THE OUTFIELD on Mike Martin Field at Dick Howser StadiumJen McKee

LUNCH & KEYNOTE in Tully Gymnasium

GROUP FITNESS WELLNESS STRENGTH & CONDITIONING / PT OTHER PROGRAMS

HIIT REMIX:STRENGTH & CARDIO

TO THE BEATTrisha de laRivaherrera

STEP UP YOURFITNESS GAME

Annie Sauer

LOWER BODY BURNON THE BASIS OF

BW TRAININGIvan Gijon Cruz

BOLLY WORLDSaurab Prabhakar

ESCAPEMASTER CLASS

#2

THE GOODNESS:MOBILITY MADESIMPLE PART 2

J. Michael Croom

ADAPTING AS A FITNESS

PROFESSIONALMarissa Rios &

Ashley Pleie

SALSA WITHYOUR SPACE

Kyra Dickie

ZUMBA:MIAMI STYLE

C. Ustiak

HIIT YOUR GOALSJones & Hawkins

ADAPTIVE SERVICES& INCLUSIVITY

BLINDFOLD YOGAJessica Elsaid

COUCH TO 5K &BEYOND

LECTURE #1E. Parra Rodriguez

PL & OL:THE BEST OF BOTH

WORLDSCory Bennett

INDO BOARDCORE

Victoria Jones

CHASING THE SUN:VISUALIZATION

Allison Peters

CONNECTING WITHSTUDENTS

RJ Noble

THE POWER OFPERIODIZATION

Will Boucher

ROLL OUT!(MO-FO-RO)Lynn Grasso &

Amber Tyrie

SPIN POWER:GAINS THROUGH

THRESHOLDTRAINING

Lynn Grasso

LET’S GET FUNKYAND SUPPLE

Edward Pagan &Nick Massie

LEADERSHIPHYPERTROPHY:

GROWING INCAMPUS REC

Devin McCurdy, GustavoRamos & Kat Blondino

CONQUERING THECLEAN & JERK AND

SNATCH(Leach PT Studio)

Yuri Panzhin

POSITIVE LANGUAGEFOR THE FITNESS

SETTINGAllison Peters

TIPS FROM THEBARTENDERAmber Tyrie

LIFT BODIES NOTBARBELLS:

ACRO YOGATori Hall

DOES MUSICINSPIRE YOUR

INTENSITY?Katie Gallagher &

Trisha de la Rivaherrera

EVIDENCE BASEDRECOMMENDSTR & HYPER

Brandon Roberts

HOW TO GO BIGWITH SMALL GROUP

TRAININGAlexis Everk &Lynn Grasso

BRAIN GAINZMINDSET

Hannah Hutchinson

HYDROFIT(Pool)

Lizzie Milkas &Joey LaNeve

THE GOODNESS:MOBILITY MADESIMPLE PART 1

J. Michael Croom

INDO BOARDSCULPT

Amber Tyrie

BUILDINGRELATIONSHIPS

WITH FOODMaddy Walters

PRE, DURING, ANDPOST EXERCISE

NUTRITIONJingwen Huang

OLYMPIC WEIGHTLIFTING LECTURE 1

Gustavo Ramos &Kat Blondino

BARRE BURN:BREAKING OUT

THE BASICSAllison Peters

PUTTING THEPERSONAL IN

PERSONALTRAINING

April Pavelka

INSTRUCTIONFROM NOW TO

WOWAmber Tyrie,

Sydni Maye, Trishade la Rivahererra

INTRODUCTION TOPOWERLIFTING &

COMPETITIONTIPS

Brandon Joyner &Demarcus Heller

SEMINOLESTRENGTH

COMPETITION

(Turf Field)

8:30 - 11:00am

ESCAPEMASTER CLASS

#1

LEACH 1 LEACH 2 LEACH 3LEACH

SPIN STUDIO HWC 2100 HWC 3100 OTHERHWC GROUP

TRAINING

7:00 - 8:00

12:00 - 1:15

8:30-

9:25

9:45-

10:40

11:00-

11:50

1:30-

2:25

2:45-

3:40

4:00-

5:00

PULSEPOINTE BARREPOWER UP YOUR

BARRE CLASSDaria Lotocky

YOGA: IT GIVESYOU WINGS(Outside TRX)

CieCie Leonard &Tori Hall

Schedule as ofMarch 8, 2017

SUNDAY, MARCH 26 GROUP FITNESS WELLNESS STRENGTH & CONDITIONING / PT OTHER PROGRAMS

RUNNING PROGRAM # 2 PRACTICAL OUTDOOR (Leach Center)Esteban Parra Rodriguez, Ashton Davis

LEARNING TOREAD THE ROOMMichelly Gonzalez

OLYMPICWEIGHTLIFTINGPRACTICAL #2

Gustavo Ramos &Kat Blondino

CATEGORY 6Ximena Iglesias

JUST DANCE!Victoria Jones &

Tamar Benjoseph

STEP TIMES TWOSarah Schrenck

FITNESS TESTING =PER$ONAL TRAINING

Poole, McGuire, &Frixione

TRAININGSPECIAL

POPULATIONSCorinne Wallis

SUP FIT(Pool)

Amber Tyrie

PROGRAMMINGWITH A

PURPOSEAlexys Ramos

BARRE WITHOUTBARRIERSBecca Piers

THE GALAXY RIDESaurab Prbhakar

GAME ON: PUTTINGFUN IN FUNCTIONAL

TRAININGRachel Hart

PROMOTING EXADHERENCE &

BUILDING CLIENTRAPPORT

Justin Mason &Daniel Hilliard

DIRECTOR’SBRUNCH

HWC Location TBA

CURRENT STATE TOFIRST RATE:

EVOLVERachel Nguyen

CATERING TOSPINNING

PERSONALITIESLynn Grasso

TRAINING FORTRIATHLONSDenise Davis

DO LOOKSREALLY MATTER?

C. Ustiak

FUNCTIONALMOVEMENT LABEdward Pagan &

Nick Massie

POWER MINI MEET1-REP MAXDEADLIFT &

BENCH PRESS

(Leach Annex)

8:30 - 11:00am

LEACH 1 LEACH 2 LEACH 3LEACH

SPIN STUDIO HWC 2100 HWC 3100 OTHERHWC GROUP

TRAINING

8:00

8:30-

9:25

9:45-

10:40

11:00-

12:00

DETAILED SCHEDULE | SATURDAY, MARCH 25

YOGA IN THE OUTFIELD on Mike Martin Field at Dick Howser Stadium led by Jen McKee

Start your opening day with positive intentions and yoga on the FSU Baseball outfield. Surround yourself with the majesty ofyour environment and set yourself up to have an awesome conference.

7:00 - 8:00 AM

STEP UP YOUR FITNESS GAMEAnnie Sauer, Auburn University

Experience a revamp of the classic aerobic step class with POWER STEP. A fusion of HIIT, rhythmic stepping, and total bodyconditioning make this class a challenge for all fitness levels and set it a "step" above.

8:30 - 9:25 AM

LEACH FITNESS ROOM 1

BARRE BURN: BREAKING OUT THE BASICSAllison Peters, Florida State University

Looking to liven up your barre class? Progression over time with creative equipment use and increasingly complex moves cankeep your classes fresh and your participants coming back. This workout will feature creative uses of fitness equipment you mayhave available at your facility and include progressive options to strengthen and get the heart rate going.


PUTTING THE PERSONAL IN PERSONAL TRAININGApril Pavelka, University of Georgia

Have you ever had a ‘Chatty Cathy’ client that talks about the most random topics every session? Have you ever had a client wholisted vague goals such as ‘lose weight’ or ‘get toned’? This presentation will take you through multiple soft skill roles thatcomplement the exercise science background needed to be a successful personal trainer. Participants will leave this presentationwith the tools and resources to create personalized personal training sessions, which will ultimately help increase clientsatisfaction and overall retention.

HWC 2100

TAKING INSTRUCTORS FROM NOW TO WOWAmber Tyrie, Sydni Maye, Trisha de la Rivaherrera, Florida State University

How to teach instructors the skills to create energizing workout classes that are self-choreographed. Start with basicfundamentals of music, BPMS, form, alignment and safety. Gain confidence and stage presence that will wow the crowd!

HWC 3100

INTRODUCTION TO POWERLIFTING & COMPETITION TIPSBrandon Joyner & Demarcus Heller, Florida State University

Learn tips & tricks from professionals in the world of powerlifting and competition.

HWC GROUP TRAINING

SEMINOLE STRENGTH INTERCOLLEGIATE COMPETITION8:30 - 11:00am

This intercollegiate strength competition will include the sled push & Farmer’s Carry, 2.50-yd parachute dash & Broad Jumps,Sandbag Overhead Lunge & Sandbag Bear Crawl, and Tire Flips & Dynamax Ball Toss-Up. Show up and show off!

TURF FIELDS

ESCAPE MASTER CLASS #1

Join us in Leach Fitness Room 2 for ESCAPE Functional Training Master Class #1


HIIT REMIX: STRENGTH & CARDIO TO THE BEATTrisha de la Rivaherrera, Florida State University

Change how you HIIT! Find motivation in the music by learning how to use beats per minute (BPM) to maintain or increaseheartrate throughout your interval workouts. Keep your participants engaged and accountable by using the beat and rhythm toinfluence intensity. Target all fitness levels in your small group training and group fitness classes while utilizing cardio andstrength HIIT exercises, exhaustive supersets, and Tabata-style intervals.

9:45 - 10:40 AM


INDOBOARD SCULPTAvery Hale, Florida State University

The IndoBoard provides and unstable surface to work out on in order to focus on balance and core engagement. This 45 minutesculpting class is a step up so get ready to take your workout to the next level!


BUILDING HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS WITH FOODMaddy Walters, Auburn University

Group fitness instructors have a special role in recognizing unhealthy relationships with food and exercise. Learn effectivestrategies for addressing and handling eating disorder behaviors in an exercise environment.

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PRE, DURING, AND POST-EXERCISE NUTRITIONJingwen Huang, Florida State University

Nutrition in exercise is such an important topic not only for professional athletes, but also “general” clients. Learn nutrientrecommendation of pre-, during-, post-exercise, which will help you to have a more efficient workout and a healthier body.Let’s train hard and eat smart!

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OLYMPIC WEIGHTLIFTING LECTURE 1Gustavo Ramos & Kat Blondino, Florida State University

Olympic Weightlifting can be a great way of developing athleticism. In this course you will learn how to incorporate the threemain movements of Olympic Weightlifting into your programming whether it is group exercise or personal training.

HWC GROUP TRAINING

SEMINOLE STRENGTH INTERCOLLEGIATE COMPETITION8:30 - 11:00am

This intercollegiate strength competition will include the sled push & Farmer’s Carry, 2.50-yd parachute dash & Broad Jumps,Sandbag Overhead Lunge & Sandbag Bear Crawl, and Tire Flips & Dynamax Ball Toss-Up. Show up and show off!

TURF FIELD

THE GOODNESS: MOBILITY MADE SIMPLE PART 1J. Michael Croom, PT-A, Centerpointe Rehabilitation Center

There are practical ways to use everyday techniques and everyday tools to improve movement patterns to reduce pain and helpwith prevention of injury. Everybody can benefit from restoration of life and continue to improve functional mobility.


LOWER BODY BURN ON THE BASIS OF BODYWEIGHTIvan Gijon Cruz, Florida Gulf Coast University

Body-weight training has grown in popularity in the fitness industry. People want to learn exercises/workouts that can be done inand out of the gym facility with no equipment other than your body. Learn how recreation programs can provide a groupexercise class which uses no equipment and refocuses on the basics of body-weight training for lower body development.

11:00 - 11:50 AM


LIFT BODIES NOT BARBELLS: ACRO YOGATori Hall, University of Florida

Experience an AcroYoga workout, using your own body weight and that of your partner. This will challenge your core stabilityand balance. No partner required! Show up, make new friends, and most important have fun.


EVIDENCE-BASED RECOMMENDATIONS FOR STRENGTH & HYPERTROPHY TRAININGBrandon Roberts, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Learn how to use an evidence-based approach to create an optimal strength or hypertrophy program.

HWC 2100

DOES MUSIC INSPIRE YOUR INTENSITY?Katie Gallagher & Trisha de la Rivaherrera

Music distracts people from pain and fatigue, elevates mood, increases endurance, reduces perceived effort and may evenpromote metabolic efficiency. When listening to music, people run farther, bike longer and swim faster—often without realizing it.Learn how you can inspire intensity in your classes with music type, rhythm and tempo so you and your participants can reapthe benefits

LEACH SPIN STUDIO

HOW TO GO BIG WITH SMALL GROUP TRAININGAlexis Everk & Lynn Grasso, Florida State University

How can small-group training programs be utilized as an asset to increase the revenue for your program? Find out how tocapitalize on small-group training program offerings, and we’ll explain how to tailor each to satisfy a specific target market.Learn more about: Start to Fitness, Fitness 2 You, Couch to 5k, Off the Couch and Running, Start With Olympic Lifting, Womenon Weights, and OL Course/Test-Out.

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BRAIN GAINZ MINDSETHannah Huchinson, University of Florida

Although the brain is not a muscle, you can train it like one to improve fitness performance and satisfaction. Discuss the role ofmindset in the pursuit of health and fitness goals and explore techniques and exercises for enhancing enjoyment of exercise forlong-term behavior change. Experience “brain gainz” first-hand by practicing these techniques and discussing their applicationto wellness and recreation settings.

HWC GROUP TRAINING

HYDROFITLizzie Milkas & Joey LaNeve, Florida State University

Everyone into the pool! This class is a combination of cardio and strength training in a circuit format that is sure to give you atotal-body workout. Located in the shallow end of the Leach Center pool, no swimming here, we will use different aquaticequipment, body weight, and the water to tone and build muscles. Be sure to wear proper swim attire!

LEACH POOL

THE GOODNESS: MOBILITY MADE SIMPLE PART 2J. Michael Croom, PT-A, Centerpointe Rehabilitation Center

There are practical ways to use everyday techniques and everyday tools to improve movement patterns to reduce pain and helpwith prevention of injury. Everybody can benefit from restoration of life and continue to improve functional mobility.


BOLLY WORLDSaurab Prabhakar, University of Central Florida

The popularity of Bollywood is ever growing in the United States with its roots coming from the diverse country of India. Comelearn how to create a Bollywood inspired dance workout and strategies to incorporate this into your current campus recreationprogram. No dance experience necessary!

1:30 - 2:25 PM


LUNCHFood catered by Newks Eatery

KEYNOTE: MATTHEW JANUSZEK

12:00 - 1:15 PM

TULLY GYMNASIUM

TIPS FROM THE BARRETENDERAmber Tyrie, Florida State University

Barre fusion is a total body workout incorporating classic barre isometric moves with pilates mat exercises and yoga stretching!These ballet-inspired routines are brought to the next level with high reps and creative movements intended to engage all levelsfrom beginner to advanced. Come prepared with a full bottle of water and get ready to feel the burn!


POSITIVE LANGUAGE FOR THE FITNESS SETTINGAllison Peters, Florida State University

In fitness, the words we choose to share in our group fitness classes or with our clients have immeasurable significance. Wordschosen carefully can lead to good form and positive feelings, but they can also be a negative trigger and reinforce negativebody image. This session will provide tips on how to incorporate positive body image language in your classes and offer you abit of practice in creating your own body positive messages for work.

HWC 2100

SPIN POWER: GAINS THROUGH THRESHOLD TRAININGLynn Grasso, Florida State University

It's the next level in Spin Training...Revolutionize Your Ride. The Spinner Blade ION was designed to track real power - a rider'strue effort. In combination with your Personal Spinning Threshold (PST) Range, you'll elevate your training to a whole new level.Want real-time measurements of your individual effort for greater training efficiency and performance? Spin with POWER!

LEACH SPIN STUDIO

LEADERSHIP HYPERTROPHY: GROWING IN CAMPUS RECDevin McCurdy, Gustavo Ramos, & Kat Blondino, Florida State University

Being a good employee will keep you employed. Taking advantage of opportunities can get you promoted and open doors forgreater things! Listen, apply and share in this interactive conversation where we’ll discuss learning theories and how theytranslate to transferrable skills!

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ADAPTING AS A FITNESS PROFESSIONALMarissa Rios & Ashley Pleie, University of Florida

Not every client is going to give you their full story. Even after preparing a program, they may walk in tired, hungover, sleep-deprived, stressed, injured, etc. At the University of Florida, we empower leaders within their expertise to adapt the session andmeet the clients’ needs. As fitness professionals, inviting discussion and creativity can help ensure an effective, empowering andfun workout for ALL. #LiveinMotion


From garage gym to global brand leader, Matthew Januszek’s fitness journey has been one of continual innovation. Matthew launched Escape in 1998, growing the business from a house of brands to a fully-fledged fitness solutions provider. Working across the world with brands like Fitness First, Equinox, UFC Gym, David Lloyd, 1Rebel, 24 Hour Fitness and many more, Matthew has always sided with the trailblazers. He shares the same devotion to delivering products and solutions at the cutting edge of the fitness industry. It’s how Escape Fitness manages to inspire people all over the world to Escape their Limits.

1:30 - 2:25 PM (CONTINUED)

LET’S GET FUNKY & SUPPLEEdward Pagan & Nick Massie, Florida State University

In the Sports Medicine field there are limitations to the pre-participation physical exams. We need to promote functionalmovement and stability in order to better prevent and predict injury.

HWC GROUP TRAINING

CONQUERING THE CLEAN & JERK AND SNATCHYuri Panzhin, University of Florida

Weightlifting is gaining popularity in campus recreation programs across the nation. In this session, we will examine the stepsinvolved in executing Snatch and Clean & Jerk.

LEACH PT STUDIO

ESCAPE MASTER CLASS #2

2:45 - 3:40 PM



CONNECTING WITH STUDENTS IN & OUTSIDE THE GYMRJ Noble, University of Central Florida

Many of us see various and numerous patrons on a day-to-day basis, but do we take the time to create meaningful connectionswith these patrons and promote long-term benefits from those interactions? This session will give you insight on the benefits oftaking the time to foster those kinds of connections as well as some ideas on how to start! From simple eye contact to socialmedia strategies, we will discuss on how to truly engage ourselves with our students in and out of the gym setting.

HWC 2100

CHASING THE SUN: VISUALIZATIONAllison Peters, Florida State University

Indoor cycling can be a tough workout. Bringing the outside inside through guided visualization and cueing can help studentsfocus their mind for an enjoyable, but effective, ride. This session will include information about effective cueing andvisualization, give participants an opportunity to compose visualized cues, and experience a sample ride: “Chasing the Sun”.

LEACH SPIN STUDIO

THE POWER OF PERIODIZATIONWill Boucher, University of Alabama

Knowing when to take the next step with a client and their training program can be difficult process. In this session you will learnwhat training periodization is, and how it can be utilized to take your training programs to the next level.

HWC 3100

ROLL OUT! (MO-FO-RO)Lynn Grasso & Amber Tyrie, Florida State University

It is mobility training and myofascial release for the total body, all rolled into one class. This quick 30 minute class will introducea love-hate relationship with foam rollers and lacrosse balls.

HWC GROUP TRAINING

SALSA WITH YOUR SPACEKyra Dickie, University of Kentucky

Fitness programs across the world have three symmetrical goals for their classes. 1. Increase participant retention. 2. Make theexperience unique and effective. 3. Have FUN! The best way to accomplish these goals are to create a social and dynamicatmosphere. Through this team-taught choreographed hip-hop class, you will learn to maximize the room to its fullest potentialthrough different formations and partner work.


INDOBOARD COREVictoria Jones, Florida State University

The IndoBoard provides and unstable surface to work out on in order to focus on balance and core engagement. This 30 minutecore class is more than just doing crunches!

YOGA: IT GIVES YOU WINGSCieCie Leonard & Tory Hall, University of Florida

Join us for outdoor aerial yoga on the TRX frame outside the Leach Center!

2:45 - 3:40 PM (CONTINUED)


ADAPTIVE SERVICES & INCLUSIVITY: BLINDFOLD YOGAJessica Elsaid, Florida Gulf Coast University

Every participant will have the opportunity to have a blindfold on to experience a yoga class without sight to become more intune with other senses. Experience how to develop a program to bring awareness and practice inclusivity in Campus Recreation.


COUCH TO 5K & BEYONDEsteban Parra Rodriguez, Florida State University

Running is the foundation everything we do in fitness. This presentation will cover the essentials on successfully implementing arunning program, as well as strategies for the success of the program derived from experience.

HWC 2100

PL & OL: THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDSCory Bennett, University of West Florida

In recent years strength sports and college students who participate in strength training have become a more prominentcommunity within campus recreation centers. Learn a simple way to accommodate this population by creating a community ofthose with similar interests as well as a 12-week strength training program that can be used within your own fitness routine,personal training clients or even for a team of strength sport athletes.

HWC 3100

HWC GROUP TRAINING

HIIT YOUR GOALSVictoria Jones & Hannah Hawkins, Florida State University

Dive into various strength & cardio high intensity interval training exercises that can be done alone, with a partner, or in a group.


PULSEPOINTE BARE: POWER UP YOUR BARRE CLASSDaria Lotocky, University of Central Florida

Ready to take your barre class to the next level with fun high energy cardio segments? This workshop will take traditional barrechoreography up a notch to spice up your class and challenge your students in new ways! Turn your class into a power packedcardiovascular and strength extravaganza your students will love!

ZUMBA: MIAMI STYLEChristina Ustiak, Florida Atlantic University

Take your Zumba workout to the next level and add some Miami style to it. Zumba is a fun workout that anyone can do! Duringthis session, you will get a total body workout while having fun. Latin and world rhythms will leave you wanting more!

4:00 - 5:00 PM


DETAILED SCHEDULE | SUNDAY, MARCH 26

COUCH TO 5K & BEYOND RUNNING SESSION Practical (Outdoor)Esteban Parra Rodriguez & Ashton Davis, Florida State University

8:00 - 8:45 AM

LEARNING TO READ THE ROOMMichelly Gonzalez

Group exercise patrons react to competition in drastically different ways. Some embrace the competition, others shy away.Within this presentation, learn how to craft circuit style classes that focus on partnership, competition, and unity.

8:30 - 9:25 AM


LEACH CENTER

CURRENT STATE TO FIRST RATE: EVOLVE YOUR GROUP XRachel Nguyen, Louisiana State University

Whether you are on your way to your first GroupX certification or you have been teaching for several years, this session will helpenhance your skill set as a fitness instructor.


CATERING TO SPINNING PERSONALITIESLynn Grasso, Florida State University

How do you motivate your students to perform? Yelling can be a form of motivation but may not be your thing or fun for all ofyour students. Time checks, form, breathing and catering to the back row can extend your reach to help everyone feel successfulin spinning.

LEACH SPIN STUDIO

TRAINING FOR TRIATHLONSDenise Davis

Swim, bike, and run? Triathlons seem daunting, but with the right preparation and commitment anyone can be a triathlete. Fromtraining, conditioning, and recovery, we will go over how to set up a plan for you or a client to take the first steps.

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DO LOOKS REALLY MATTER?Christina Ustiak, Florida Atlantic University

Do looks really matter? Why do we focus on the looks of an instructor or trainer rather than their capabilities? This will be a timeto look at what we should really be judging our instructors and trainers on rather than just their appearance.

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SUP FITAmber Tyrie, Florida State University

SUPFIT or Stand-Up Paddleboard Fitness takes exercise to the next level by bringing it onto a paddleboard in the water. Getready to challenge those core and stabilizer muscles like never before as we move our way through a total body workout.

LEACH POOL

OLYMPIC WEIGHTLIFTING Practical #2Gustavo Ramos & Kat Blondino, Florida State University

Olympic Weightlifting can be a great way of developing athleticism. In this course you will learn how to incorporate the threemain movements of Olympic Weightlifting into your programming whether it is group exercise or personal training.


8:30 - 11:00 AM

POWER MINI MEET - 1 REP MAX8:30 - 11:00am

Show your stuff and represent your team! It’s a classic Push/Pull Mini-Meet with a 1-Rep max deadlift and bench-press to movequickly through competitors. See you in the Annex!

LEACH CENTER ANNEX

CATEGORY 6Ximena Iglesias, Florida Gulf Coast University

Category 6 is an hour long, whole body muscle conditioning class. It is energizing, fun and effective. This class combines sixaspects of fitness with light weights, to ensure no muscle be left untouched. It is a fusion of ab-chiseling athletic drills, strengthand flexibility. All exercises and movements can be modified to fit any personal needs.

9:45 - 10:40 AM


BARRE WITHOUT BARRIERSBecca Piers

No need for a barre in this class. Using a chair for classic barre exercises, brings your favorite barre workout anywhere you want. Mat work emphasis will round out this workout.


THE GALAXY RIDE: SPINNING THROUGH SPACESaurab Prabhakar, University of Central Florida

Indoor Cycling classes are gaining momentum across the country. Create the mind body connection with your patrons andtailor the music and environment to create an inspiring ride each time.

LEACH SPIN STUDIO

GAME ON: PUTTING THE FUN IN FUNCTIONAL TRAININGRachel Hart

Participants will have the opportunity to work through a bodyweight circuit game as well as be introduced to a refreshing trainingstyle to easily incorporate into your clients’/participants’ sessions. Applicable to new clients or small group sessions.

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PROMOTING EXERCISE ADHERENCE & BUILDING CLIENT RAPPORTDaniel Hilliard, Florida State University

This session will providing clear, concise, and simple steps to promote transparency between the client and trainer along withresearch-based methods to promote exercise adherence.

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DIRECTORS BRUNCH

Current directors, coordinators, and graduate assistants are invited to meet and share information, give conference feedback,make announcements, and plan for the next EVOLVE. And, enjoy some brunch!

HWC 2500

PROGRAMMING WITH A PURPOSE: GF RESISTENCE TRAININGAlexys Ramos, University of Central Florida

This presentation aids to break the stigma that group fitness instructors format workouts by randomly selecting exercises. Wewill look at what the overall goals of planed workouts are and learn how to decide what exercises correlate with those goals.


JUST DANCE!Victoria Jones & Tamar Benjoseph, Florida State University

Choreographing a 60 minute dance class can be overwhelming at times. How difficult do you make the moves? Songsuggestions? Come learn from two dance instructors on tips on how to spice up your routines, create interactive movements, &effectively raise and lower patron’s heart rates in a light & fun environment. Test out a variety of song styles & participate in achoreography Q&A session after shaking & sweating with our dance instructors!

11:00 - 12:00 PM


FITNESS TESTING = PER$ONAL TRAININGShannon Poole, Doug McGuire, & Kristen Frixione, Florida State University

Help your Personal Training program with the efficiency of referencing your client’s baseline fitness. Find out how the Polar Tri-FitSystem has helped both clients and trainers understand the importance of overall health and wellness. Utilize the fitness test tohelp paid clients best measure their progress to their fitness goals.

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TRAINING SPECIAL POPULATIONSCorinne Wallis, Florida State University

Extreme obesity, hypertension, diabetes, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, elderly, and osteoporosis. Each condition will have asection highlighting what the condition is, how it effects exercise, how exercise benefits the condition, and exercise prescriptionas recommended by a clinical physiologist.

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STEP TIMES TWOSarah Schrenck, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Double the fun in your step aerobics classes! Participants will learn simple double step choreography using two benches. Train your brain and your cardio fitness all at once!


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