The BioMechanics Method Corrective Exercise Specialist (TBMM-CES) course
The BioMechanics Method Corrective Exercise Specialist (TBMM-CES) certification course is the premier CES specialty education choice for exercise, health and fitness professionals. It includes all of the learning resources required to obtain the TBMM-CES credential. There are also additional benefits available only to TBMM Certificate holders.
The TBMM-CES course includes the following materials
- The BioMechanics Method Corrective Exercise Specialist (TBMM-CES) online course
What is in The BioMechanics Method Corrective Exercise Specialist (TBMM-CES) course curriculum?
To earn your TBMM-CES credential you will complete a comprehensive online course that consists of the following five modules:
- The Fundamentals of Structural Assessment
- Understanding Muscles and Movement
- The Fundamentals of Corrective Exercise
- The Complete Corrective Exercise Library
- Corrective Exercise Program Design
The Fundamentals of Structural Assessment (Module 1)
This learning module teaches a step-by-step process for conducting musculoskeletal assessments so you can identify common imbalances that can cause muscle dysfunction, joint discomfort and movement limitations. You will learn verbal, visual, and hands-on techniques for assessing the feet and ankles, knees, lumbo-pelvic hip girdle, thoracic spine and shoulder girdle, and the neck and head. You will also learn how musculoskeletal imbalances in one area of the body can cause problems in other areas.
Understanding Muscles and Movement (Module 2)
This learning module explains in easy-to-understand terms how the whole body moves together as an integrated series of muscles, tendons, bones, ligaments, and fascia; information that is essential for understanding the root causes of musculoskeletal imbalances. It will teach you about major muscle groups in detail, as well as specific muscle origins, insertions, and functions. Most importantly, you will discover the unique approach of The BioMechanics Method in regard to understanding how gravity and ground reaction forces change the way the body moves — knowledge that is imperative for designing effective corrective exercise programs.
The Fundamentals of Corrective Exercise (Module 3)
This learning module builds upon the knowledge and skills learned in Modules 1 and 2, and explains the most effective types of exercises for eliminating lower back, hip, shoulder, knee, neck, foot, and ankle dysfunction caused by common musculoskeletal imbalances. You will learn about self-myofascial release techniques that will enable you to alleviate restrictions in muscles and fascia, stretching exercises to help increase a client’s mobility and range of movement, and strengthening exercises to help people begin to move correctly and without limitations. You will also learn valuable strategies for regressing exercises when necessary, and then progressing exercises as a client’s abilities improve. Specific contraindications for each exercise type are also included to ensure safety and effectiveness.
The Complete Corrective Exercise Library (Module 4)
This learning module contains descriptions and demonstrations of almost 200 of the most effective corrective exercises for addressing musculoskeletal imbalances (including progressions and regressions). The fundamental principles of each corrective exercise category are highlighted and key teaching tips for every exercise are provided. This comprehensive collection of techniques serves as an exercise guide to help you to create programs that are most appropriate for a client’s needs.
Corrective Exercise Program Design (Module 5)
This learning module guides you through the corrective exercise program design process from start to finish, teaching you how to develop and use effective communication strategies when working with clients that have corrective exercise needs. Comprehensive, real-life case studies using actual clients are also included that demonstrate the complete The BioMechanics Method process. In addition to tying together the information from Modules 1-4, this fifth and final module of TBMM-CES course focuses on client communication skills, networking, and referral strategies so you can apply your skills within your scope of practice in the real world.
Is the (TBMM-CES) course approved for continuing education credit?
The BioMechanics Method Corrective Exercise Specialist (TBMM-CES) course is CEC-approved by the following:
- American Council on Exercise (ACE) – 8.0 CECs
- National Exercise Trainers Association (NETA) – 80.0 CECs
- American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) – 80.0 CECs
- National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) – 2.0 CEUs (Cat. C)
- CIMSPA – 10 CPDs
- AUSactive – 37 CPDs (total for all modules)
- Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) – 15 CPDs
- International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) – 20 CEUs
- National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) – 80 CECs
- REPS India – 7 CPDs
- REPs UAE – 16 CPDs
- REPs New Zealand – 20 CPDs
- Board of Certification (BOC) – 32.0 Category A CEUs
- Virginia Board of Physical Therapy (VBOPT) – 32.0 Type 1
- Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) – 1.9 CEUs
- National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) – 1.9 CEUs
The course is also eligible for continuing education credits from NESTA, NFPT, WITS, YMCA, and many other certifying organizations upon petition. Most physical therapy boards will reciprocate approval for continuing education. Please check with your state. The National Strength and Conditioning Association approved 2.0 CEU(s) in category C for certified individuals who successfully complete this course.
What will I be able to do upon completion of this course? (learning objectives)
- Implement a step-by-step process for conducting musculoskeletal assessments that can be utilized with any client to identify underlying imbalances that may cause or contribute to muscle dysfunction and/or movement restrictions.
- Evaluate the root cause of a client’s dysfunction by determining which muscles and soft tissue structures have been affected by musculoskeletal imbalances and movement limitations.
- Explain how gravity and ground reaction forces affect muscle function.
- Compare the differences between three major types of corrective exercises: self-myofascial release, stretching, and strengthening and identify how and when to utilize, progress, and regress each exercise type when working with clients.
- Identify and choose the most appropriate corrective exercises for a client’s condition from a library of exercises.
- Design effective corrective sessions and programs for clients to correct musculoskeletal imbalances.
What else do I need to know about The BioMechanics Method Corrective Exercise Specialist (TBMM-CES) course?
- Upon successful completion of this course you will receive your TBMM-CES certificate.
- This step-by-step course contains online lessons, digital text material, video instruction and demonstrations, assessment forms, self-check activities, and online tests. A computer and internet connection are required to access the course. A list of printable downloads is available for each course lesson under the course downloads tab. Digital material not itemized in the downloads tab of a course is not printable.
- Purchase price includes all online materials, unlimited free test retakes if necessary, and access to the course itself.
- Online courseware is non-refundable.
- Course prices are in US Dollars.
Benefits of completing The BioMechanics Method Corrective Exercise Specialist (TBMM-CES) course
- The BioMechanics Method Corrective Exercise Specialist (TBMM-CES) course is the highest-rated corrective exercise specialist credential in the fitness industry with Specialists in more than 80 countries
- A certificate recognizing your TBMM-CES Status
- Inclusion on The BioMechanics Method Online Specialist Referral Register
- Automatically eligible for TBMM Advanced Corrective Exercise Specialist program (Ad-CES)
- Earn valuable continuing education credit with major health and fitness certifying organizations
- Eligible to apply for Corrective Exercise Specialist of the Year® Award
Christopher (ACE Certified Professional) –
Verified review from ACE
Michele Walks –
Excellent course as trainer and physio assistant it helps greatly. Easy program used videos and text made learning fun. (Verified Review from Fitness Connect)
Manish Yadav –
I would highly recommend this course for those people who want to gain good knowledge of corrective exercises. Content is well structured and presented in a way which easy to understand. Text material is also supported with video demonstrations. I will definitely consider other courses as well of TBMM in future. (Verified review from Fitness Connect)
Harkeerat Singh –
Excellent course for Fitness professional to understand muscle and movements and to deliver effective training to their clients. This course will help all fitness professionals to learn and evolve in fitness industry and earn respect. Thank you for developing this course. (Verified Review from Fitness Connect)
Hoi Ning Wong –
A great course! It is easy to understand, use video and text to make us easy to remember. (Verified Review from Fitness Connect)
Analyn Caindoy –
Completed this training recently and I can say that the course is well organized and detailed enough to understand the topics. It covered not only the technicalities of the course but also on client handling and the business aspect of the course. It gave me a new perspective on how to help my clients. (Verified review from Fitness Connect)
Susan –
For those of us who’ve worked in fitness for a long time, we’ve learned a lot of what this program offers, but not necessarily how to apply what we know in an organized and progressive way. Not only did I get this out of the program, but it filled the gaps in my knowledge that were like the missing first step we often get when we learn by experience as opposed to learning in a systematic way. One aspect that was hugely beneficial was the perspective from the viewpoint of how the body responds to ground forces and the eccentric actions that our muscles perform to keep us in motion. I’ve recently modified my already existing therapeutic practice to follow the program the BioMechanics Method presents and every one of my clients has signed onto it because they so loved how good it felt in their complimentary 1st two sessions. They also felt much more empowered by the easily accessible homework and every one of them reported feeling much better even after the first week. The program is presented in a systematic and organized fashion that builds your knowledge base in such a way that putting everything into action is logical and follows a natural flow. (Verified review from ACE)
John –
This course was FANTASTIC. It took my basic training as an ACE Personal Trainer & Health Coach to a whole new level. The course was well laid out, succinct without filler, and well demonstrated with exercise progressions, as well as regressions (Verified review from ACE)
Kat da Roza –
Excellent course! The course was well written and easy to understand. Everything was explained well and the videos helped make everything clear. I have always had a keen interest in biomechanics and this course has surely expanded my knowledge. As a certified personal trainer I am now able to incorporate corrective exercise into the training programs of current clients. I have also gained new clients as a result. I would definitely recommend and encourage others to enroll in this course!
Francis Eberhart –
A very interesting course! When I meet someone, I always have a quick screen on her posture. (Verified review from Fitness Connect)