NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach (NASM-PBC)

Course Delivery

Step 1 - Completion of 60+ hours of high end videos, slides, quizzes, podcasts and interactive learning activities.
Step 2 - Successful completion of Online Theory exam.

What You’ll Learn

The all new NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach specialization (NASM-PBC) will deliver your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. The curriculum takes a comprehensive approach to physique programming, covering everything from weight training, nutrition, and supplementation techniques for physique athletes and fitness enthusiasts of all levels and experiences.

The NASM-PBC takes the guesswork out of training for physique goals. Through expert insight and detailed resources, you can help clients break through all the misinformation and noise of physique training seen on social media and the internet. You’ll tap into well-rounded programming that gives you the inspiration, insight, and methods to successfully reach your goals or coach clients toward their aesthetic aspirations.

Master the art and science of coaching physique and bodybuilding athletes. Become the expert your clients turn to for all their body transformation needs.

Curriculum

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for the Physique and Bodybuilding Coach Specialization. A fitness credential or a bachelor’s degree could be helpful. This specialization is intended for fitness professionals, bodybuilding and physique competitors and fitness enthusiasts.

Section 1: Introduction to Physique and Bodybuilding Coach
Chapter 1: Welcome
Chapter 2: Introduction to Physique Enhancement

Section 2: Physiology, Anatomy, and Biomechanics of Physique Enhancement
Chapter 3: Fundamentals of Anatomy, Physiology, and Biomechanics
Chapter 4: Essentials of Metabolism, Energy Balance, and Fat Loss
Chapter 5: Mechanisms of Muscle Hypertrophy

Section 3: Nutrition Principles
Chapter 6: Macronutrients
Chapter 7: Micronutrients and Hydration
Chapter 8: Supplementation
Chapter 9: Performance Enhancing Drugs (PEDs)

Section 4: Body Aesthetics, Fitness, and Nutrition Assessments
Chapter 10: Fitness and Body Aesthetics Assessments
Chapter 11: Nutrition Assessment

Section 5: Exercise Training Principles
Chapter 12: Warm-up, Recovery, and Injury Prevention
Chapter 13: Resistance and Core Training
Chapter 14: Cardiorespiratory Training and Non-Exercise Physical Activity

Section 6: Programming and Coaching Principles
Chapter 15: Coaching Principles
Chapter 16: Exercise Programming
Chapter 17: Nutrition Programming
Chapter 18: Peaking for Competition or Personal Goals
Chapter 19: Physique Transformation Sustainability

Bonus Programming Manuals
Exercise Programming Manual: Access canned assessment templates, handouts, and exercise programs, including assessment forms, corrective exercise warm-up programs, and exercise programs for four phases of the OPT™ Model.

Nutrition Programming Manual: Access canned meal plans, including meal plans for various divisions (bikini, bodybuilding, physique) and goals (bulk, cut) from real life examples.