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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


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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Fitness Coaching Strategies for Weight Loss

    Skills you'll gain: Health And Wellness Coaching, Coaching, Exercise Science, Health Assessment, Exercise Therapy, Creative Problem-Solving, Nutrition and Diet, Innovation, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    85 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Copenhagen

    Diabetes – the Essential Facts

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Disparities, Chronic Diseases, Community Health, Endocrinology, Nutrition and Diet, Health Equity, Medical Science and Research, Surgery, Treatment Planning, Exercise Therapy, Biology

    4.7
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    2.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ESSEC Business School

    Negotiation, Mediation, and Conflict Resolution - Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies, Analysis, Value Propositions, Peer Review, Process Design

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    287 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Florida

    COVID-19 - A clinical update

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Critical Care, Public Health, Intensive Care Medicine, Respiratory Care, Mechanical Ventilation, Socioeconomics, Patient Treatment, Mitigation, Diagnostic Tests, Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Laboratory Testing, Pathology, Clinical Assessment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    344 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Niel Asher Education

    Anatomy, Physiology, and Biomechanics for Yoga Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Therapy, Biology, Athletic Training, Manual Therapy, Medical Terminology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Agile Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Agile Product Development, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Release Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Fundamental Sports related Musculoskeletal Anatomy

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Physiology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    61 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Music for Wellness

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Active Listening, Musical Composition, Choral Music, Instrumental Music, Mindfulness, Meditation & Breathwork, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, World Music, Personal Care, Mental Health, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    335 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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 · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Florida

    Science of Training Young Athletes Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Physical Stamina, Sports Medicine, Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Physiology, Coaching, Injury Prevention, Stress Management, Planning, Human Musculoskeletal System

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    116 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular exercise courses

  • Fitness Coaching Strategies for Weight Loss: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine Nutrition Essentials: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Diabetes – the Essential Facts: University of Copenhagen
  • Negotiation, Mediation, and Conflict Resolution - Capstone Project: ESSEC Business School
  • COVID-19 - A clinical update: University of Florida
  • Anatomy, Physiology, and Biomechanics for Yoga Practice: Niel Asher Education
  • The Skin, Bones, and Muscles: MedCerts
  • Agile Software Development: University of Minnesota
  • Fundamental Sports related Musculoskeletal Anatomy: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Music for Wellness: Berklee

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