You Will Learn

  • Basic muscle anatomy and physiology (function)
  • The different types of muscle hypertrophy
  • The different types of training and how they affect muscle gain
  • Nutritional programming
  • How to assess and appraise supplements
  • Nutritional and training periodisation
  • How to integrate nutrition and training regimes
  • How to design solutions tailored to your client’s needs
 

We offer flexible study
to suit any schedule

Our courses are online and thus they present a flexible mode of learning to suit any busy schedule. You can watch the animated videos at your convenience, pause to take notes, rewind to listen again to anything you think you missed the first time and thus ensure you absorb all the information needed to equip you with the right tools to achieve optimal results with your clients. You may complete the assessments when you feel you are ready and you may opt to watch the content as many times as needed so you feel ready and well prepared for the exam.

Our courses are fully accredited

Our courses are currently receiving accreditation in US, UK and Australia.

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  • Expert Instruction

    Our courses are designed and delivered by world leading experts, with affiliations with top global academic institutions. An expert is available to answer questions and to facilitate the learning process.

  • 12 week commitment

    The material is released in a progressive manner with each chapter becoming available every fortnight. This allows for a reasonable time to be able to digest all the information, go through the recommended further reading and facilitate an optimal learning process.

  • Great Value for Money

    Our courses are sold at very competitive prices. We guarantee a positive learning experience and we offer a money-back policy if you are not satisfied with the contents or the delivery mode.

Course Outline

  • 1

    Module 1: Introduction to Hypertrophy

    By the end of this module you will be

    • able to understand what hypertrophy is
    • introduced to the key players in the hypertrophy mechanism, i.e. nutrition, training and hormones
    • acquainted with the course contents and its structure
  • 2

    Module 2: Muscle Anatomy and Physiology

    In this chapter you will be introduced to the anatomy and the function of muscle.

    By the end of this chapter you will

    • understand what muscle is made of, from myofibers down to the molecular level,
    • be able to understand the different types of muscles and muscle fibres, and
    • be introduced to the mechanism of muscle contraction.
  • 3

    Module 3: Training for Hypertrophy

    In this chapter you will be introduced to the different types of hypertrophy and how training stimulates muscle hypertrophy.

    By the end of this chapter you will,

    • understand the two types of muscle hypertrophy,
    • know the different training regimes to trigger the different hypertrophy responses, and
    • understand the stimulus that triggers hypertrophy.
  • 4

    Module 4: Training Periodisation

    In this chapter you will understand the importance of training periodisation for long-term hypertrophy results and how to optimally periodise training.

    By the end of this chapter you will

    • understand the importance of training periodisation,
    • know the different ways of training periodisation, and
    • be able to create an optimal training regime for hypertrophy.
  • 5

    Module 5: Nutrition and Supplementation for Hypertrophy

    In this chapter you will understand the role of different nutrients in muscle hypertrophy.

    By the end of this chapter you will

    • understand the importance of protein and other nutrients in building muscle,
    • be acquainted with protein synthesis, and
    • know how to use supplements to complement and enhance a nutrition plan.
  • 6

    Module 6: Designing the Optimal Plan for Hypertrophy

    In this chapter you will understand the art and science of creating the optimal plan for hypertrophy.

    By the end of this chapter you will

    • know how to calculate energy and macronutrient requirements for hypertrophy,
    • be able to create an optimal nutrition regime for building muscle, and
    • know how to integrate training and nutrition regimes to optimise hypertrophy.
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What students say

“ A well-structured, easily digestible and with a good pace
course. Well done!”

  • -Dr Ioannis Dimakopoulos, Dietitian, Athens Greece

“ Comprehensive while still zeroing in on exactly what you need to know, the Hypertrophy 101 course is the perfect starting point for any fitness professional that wants to learn about building muscle.”

  • -Jonas Lazaro, Fitness Professional, Sydney Australia

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