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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Popular Fitness Supplements

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Pharmaceuticals, Personal Care, Decision Making, Preventative Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Scientific Methods, Medical Science and Research

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Nutrition Mastery for Fitness and Wellness

      Skills you'll gain: Packaging and Labeling, Critical Thinking, Personal Care, Health Assessment, Pharmaceuticals, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Food and Beverage, Product Knowledge, Planning, Decision Making, Regulatory Requirements, Preventative Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Education and Support, Learning Strategies, Personal Development, Scientific Methods, Medical Science and Research, Resourcefulness, Overcoming Obstacles

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Family Spirit Nurture

      Skills you'll gain: Motivational Interviewing, Caregiving, Pediatrics, Parent Communication, Mental Health, Patient Education and Support, Curriculum Planning, Cultural Responsiveness, Stress Management, Food and Beverage, Cultural Sensitivity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Psychology of Weight Loss

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Persistence, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Motivational Interviewing, Psychology, Behavioral Health, Dealing With Ambiguity, Self-Discipline, Empowerment, Self-Motivation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • V

      Voxy

      Low Intermediate English: Personal Growth & Well-Being

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Goal Setting, Professional Development, Personal Development, Personal Care, Language Learning, Verbal Communication Skills, Grammar, Vocabulary, Communication, Active Listening, General Networking, Health Care

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Case Western Reserve University

      Designing Your Personal Weight Loss Plan

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Self-Discipline, Stress Management, Personal Care, Self-Motivation, Positive Behavior Support, Resilience, Persistence, Planning, Overcoming Obstacles, Food and Beverage, Behavior Management, Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Skills, Record Keeping

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      578 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Pre- and Post-Workout Supplements for the Beginner

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Preventative Care, Patient Education and Support, Health Assessment, Personal Development

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Movements Are Controlled By Muscle Forces

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Electocardiography, Physical Therapy, Anatomy, Basic Electrical Systems

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      لغة الجسد | Body Language

      Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Cultural Diversity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      111 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Immersify

      Interactive 3D Anatomy & Physiology: A Gamified Experience

      Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Blood Pressure, Clinical Experience, Anatomy, Kinesiology, Electocardiography, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Radiology, Medical Terminology, Health Assessment, Critical Care, Patient Treatment, Health Systems, Physical Therapy, Health Care, Vital Signs, General Medicine, Nursing, Life Sciences, Structural Analysis

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • A

      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Benefits: Health, Wellness, Work & Lifestyle

      Skills you'll gain: Benefits Administration, Compensation and Benefits, Human Resource Policies, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Employee Assistance Programs, Compensation Management, Health Care, Communication Strategies, Program Evaluation, Insurance, Diversity and Inclusion

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      生命科学发展史

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anatomy, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, Social Studies, Culture, General Science and Research, Taxonomy, Experimentation, Physics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Popular Fitness Supplements: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Nutrition Mastery for Fitness and Wellness: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Family Spirit Nurture: Johns Hopkins University
    • Psychology of Weight Loss: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Low Intermediate English: Personal Growth & Well-Being: Voxy
    • Designing Your Personal Weight Loss Plan: Case Western Reserve University
    • Pre- and Post-Workout Supplements for the Beginner: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Movements Are Controlled By Muscle Forces: University of Colorado Boulder
    • لغة الجسد | Body Language: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Interactive 3D Anatomy & Physiology: A Gamified Experience: Immersify

    Frequently Asked Questions about Fitness

    Fitness refers to your state of well-being, which can usually be altered—for better or for worse—through exercise, nutrition, and rest. A person who is fit can perform everyday activities, go to work, and even participate in some extracurricular sports and physical activities without worrying about barriers and restrictions. If you're not fit, you can improve your nutrition and exercise and get more rest to increase your fitness level. When you work to increase your level of fitness, you generally become healthier overall. You may lower your blood pressure, reduce your risk for cancer and other diseases, improve your immune system, improve your mental health, and control your body weight.‎

    On Coursera, you'll find fitness and related courses designed to introduce the basics and help you expand on what you already know about exercise, nutrition, and the body, as well as how it all relates to good health. Courses can take you on a journey through the body and help you understand just how your actions impact your fitness. In a course about the science of exercise, for instance, you can learn how the body responds to exercise and how unique behaviors and environments impact fitness decisions. A food and health course can give you a look at the poor health choices that are changing the world and what we can do about them. Courses can help you build a career in fitness or improve your own health.‎

    Careers in fitness and health span across many fields, ranging from retail to medicine. Personal trainers, athletic trainers, exercise instructors, massage therapists, nutritionists, and wellness coordinators are some of the most common. If you have a background in fitness, you may decide to open or manage a spa, gym, health club, or sports and fitness equipment store. Many healthcare careers also center around physical fitness, including physical therapists, medical assistants, sports physicians, and sports psychologists. Educators who teach biology, health, and related classes can also benefit from learning as much as possible about fitness.‎

    Online Fitness courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Fitness skills. Choose from a wide range of Fitness courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Fitness, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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