SCW FREE WEBINARS & PODCASTS

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SCW brings the leading edge topics with the most insightful panelists the fitness industry has to offer, directly to you each week and always for free. Please see the latest webinars available for registration below.

Missed a webinar? No problem, we have them all recorded for your convenience on video and as a podcast.  View them at the bottom of this page.

SCW FREE WEBINARS

Always Educational.
Always Free.

SCW brings the leading edge topics with the most insightful panelists the fitness industry has to offer, directly to you each week and always for free. Please see the latest webinars available for registration below. Missed a webinar? No problem, we have them all recorded for your convenience.  View them at the bottom of this page.

FREE WEBINAR:
Integrating Nutrition Education
For Fitness Pros

with Amber Toole, Melissa Layne, Sohailla Digsby
& Julie Zuleger

THURSDAY, April 18

7pm-7:45pm EST
6pm-6:45pm CST
5pm-5:45pm MST
4pm-4:45pm PST

Are you ready to unlock the full potential as a fitness professional? Join us for a dynamic webinar where we go beyond conventional fitness training to explore the pivotal role of nutrition in achieving optimal health and fitness outcomes. Led by a panel of seasoned experts at the intersection of fitness and nutrition, this webinar promises invaluable insights and practical strategies to revolutionize your approach to client care. Throughout the webinar, we will delve into key topics including principle foundations, how to integrate nutrition, overcoming challenges, and leveraging technology that will equip you with the knowledge and tools to elevate your practice!

Amber Toole is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education and Health from Georgia Southern University. She has 30 years of experience in the Fitness Industry and loves to share her expertise with other Fitness Professionals. It is her life’s mission to spread the truth about fitness and nutrition through education. She is the owner of The Training Toole – a Fitness and Nutrition Studio in Ocala, Florida, an SCW Educator and Fit Pro Mentor.

Melissa Layne is a Kinesiology Department Faculty Member at the University of North Georgia. She has been a well-respected and well-loved fitness and nutrition leader for over 35 years.  Having created the SCW Nutrition Coaching for Fitness Professionals Certification, the SCW Nutrition, Hormones & Metabolism Certification, and contributed to the SCW Active Aging Certification, Melissa has consistently sold-out educational seminars.  Melissa holds a Masters of Education in Exercise Science, a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and an Associates degree in Medical Terminology.

Sohailla Digsby, RDN, LD is a registered dietitian, author, and international speaker. She has been a group exercise instructor since she was a teenager. She partners with fitness pros to help them launch 8-week challenges so their clients get the results that workouts alone won’t deliver. Sohailla is a voice of reason – bringing clarity amidst the nutrition fads and myths that abound in the fitness space. She and her husband have 3 teenagers, and live in Evans, Georgia.

Dr. Julie Zuleger has over 20 years of experience as a Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Corrective Exercise Specialist, RYT-500 Yoga Instructor, and Human Movement Specialist. Julie promotes self-care using massage tools and stretching-based programs and teaches continuing education courses for yoga teachers, massage therapists, athletic trainers, strength and conditioning, fitness, and wellness professionals. Julie holds a PhD in Education and is the Director of Kinesiology and Education at Tiger Tail USA.

We will address the following topics:

  • How can macronutrients and micronutrients impact performance, recovery, and overall well-being?
  • What are some effective strategies for initiating conversations about nutrition with clients who may be resistant or hesitant?
  • How do you approach nutritional assessment and goal-setting with clients, and what factors do you consider?
  • Can you share examples of successful case studies where integrating nutrition education significantly enhanced client outcomes?
  • How do you stay updated on the latest nutritional research and trends, and how do you discern credible information from myths or fads?
  • In what ways can fitness professionals collaborate with registered dietitians or nutritionists to provide comprehensive client care?

FREE WEBINAR:
Coaching Complex Joints

with Sara Kooperman, Ruston Webb, Michael Hughes & Paul Christopher

THURSDAY,  May 16

7pm-7:45pm EST
6pm-6:45pm CST
5pm-5:45pm MST
4pm-4:45pm PST

Join us for a dynamic webinar designed exclusively for fitness professionals looking to enhance their expertise in training and recovery of complex joints. As the fitness landscape evolves, mastering the intricacies of joint mechanics and rehabilitation becomes essential for optimizing performance and minimizing injuries. In this session, we’ll explore the biomechanics of complex joints and delve into practical strategies for integrating joint-specific exercises into training programs. From shoulders and hips to knees and ankles, our expert speakers will share evidence-based techniques to enhance mobility, stability, and overall joint health. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your skills and provide your clients with unparalleled support on their fitness journey!

Sara Kooperman, CEO of SCW Fitness Education, WATERinMOTION®, and S.E.A.T. Fitness sits on the ACSM Communication & Public Information Committee, the Gold’s Gym Think Tank, the canfitpro Advisory Panel and was a founding board member for the Women In Fitness Association (WIFA). Recently nominated for the IDEA Fitness Leader of the Year Award, Kooperman won the 2022 Most Innovating Fitness Pro by Fitness Industry Technology Council. She is also an inductee into the National Fitness Hall of Fame, an Illinois State Businesswoman of the Year, and an esteemed panelist for IHRSA’s Talks & Takes Monthly Talk Show.

Ruston Webb, has over 24 years in the fitness industry, and holds a Masters Degree in Human Movement. He founded The Mobility Recipe, a revered certification for fitness professionals, and developed transformative programs targeting knee, back, and shoulder pain, enhancing client well-being and performance. Leveraging his expertise as a former college instructor in exercise science, Ruston owned a successful gym for 11 years, solidifying his legacy as a trailblazer in promoting holistic fitness solutions.

Michael Hughes is the founder of Gymnazo & Gymnazo EDU, holding a degree in Kinesiology, Michael is a Fellow of Applied Functional Science and certified as a Multidimensional Movement Coach, a Functional Manual Reaction Coach, a Female Chain Reaction Coach, a 3D Movement Analysis & Performance System Coach, plus several more.  He is also a Precision Nutrition Coach and Post Rehab Conditioning specialist. He’s spent the last decade pioneering a more sustainable model of training that blends his heart for restoration with the energy of fitness training. Michael’s mission is to elevate the industry’s standards for what quality looks like as a trainer through scientific knowledge and application.

Craig Bongelli is a world renowned strength expert, Westside Barbell alumni and speaker. Constantly learning directly from the top minds in fitness and business, Craig discovered the exact steps to build his dream business, where he currently works with a wide range of clients including the 3rd strongest man in the world, 4th strongest woman and his favorite client, Trudy, a 67 year-old retiree who cranks out 17 pull ups. Today, Craig teaches coaches how he built a 6-figure coaching business in two hours per week.

We will address the following topics:

  • What are the types of joints in the human body and what makes them complex?
  • How can we identify potential joint issues before they become serious problems?
  • How do you modify exercises or warm ups to accommodate clients with joint limitations or injuries?
  • Can you recommend any specific tools or equipment for joint rehabilitation and strengthening?
  • What are the most common mistakes fitness professionals make when training complex joints, and how can we avoid them?
  • How do you incorporate flexibility or recovery into a comprehensive joint health program?

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