What you will learn


The Foundations in Fitness & Exercise Physiology is the prerequisite course for most Fitness New Brunswick Certifications. It is completely online and self-paced, although it is recommended to complete the Foundations course within 6 to 8 weeks.

Foundations provides the student with the fundamentals of becoming a fitness professional and includes modules such as anatomy and physiology, movement mechanics, energy systems, basic nutrition and much more. The curriculum is formatted into modules with review questions and short quizzes that will test the participants' knowledge along the way. When ready, students can access the official exam. 



Begin your career in fitness today with the Fitness NB Foundations in

Fitness & Exercise Physiology Online Course!


Curriculum

  Introduction to Fitness NB & the Foundations Course
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  Module 1: Health Related Benefits of Physical Activity
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  Module 2: Holistic Approach to Physical Activity and Lifestyle
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  Module 3: Skeletal Anatomy & Joint Action
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  Module 4: Muscle Anatomy
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  Module 5: Movement Mechanics
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  Module 6: Exercise Physiology
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  Module 7: Energy Systems & Energy Metabolism
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  Module 8: Principles of Exercise Conditioning
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  Module 9: Exercise Analysis & Risk Management
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  Module 10: Nutrition & Body Composition
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  Module 11: Program Planning & Leadership Skills
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  Final Assessment and Wrap-Up
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Fitness NB Foundations in Fitness & Exercise Physiology Course Creator

Aldona MacNeil (M.Ed, BSc.PE)


Aldona is a senior lab instructor and course conductor in the Human Kinetics Department at St. Francis Xavier University. She has over 25 years of experience teaching courses in: health & wellness, exercise theory, physical activity and fitness principles at STFX. She’s also a certified Group Exercise Leader (GEL) with NSFA, and Fitness Instructor Specialist (FIS) with CanFitPro, and teaches a variety of fitness formats and group exercise classes.