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
Ramses Alvarez –
As a health and fitness professional this amazing course improved my knowledge and open my eyes on a structured and simple way to correct musculoskeletal imbalances and dysfunction that directly impact human posture and movement. The course is very informative and structured I highly recommend this course to any health and fitness professional interested to step into a new level. (Verified review from Fitness Connect)
Suzanne –
So much education and so many ways to incorporate it either directly or making your own way with classes, seminars, etc, (Verified review from ACE)
Lorene (ACE Certified Professional) –
Verified review from ACE
Charles Stephen Chan –
I enjoyed the TBMM-CES a lot and it enhanced my knowledge tremendously as a personal trainer. I noticed many people with bad postures because of the time they spent on using their smartphones and also at work while sitting in front of the computer screen. In doing so,they are more prone to have rounded shoulders and with pain maybe in neck, this is where they need to address this issue before it’s too late. It’s worth every penny for this course.
TAYYAB ALAM –
This was an amazing experience and i just loved TBMM corrective exercise specialist course. I learned a lot and in the most systematic way possible. I would recommend this course to everybody who is in the health and fitness industry to help their clients better. (Verified review from Fitness Connect)
Sabina Lakusta –
What a fabulous course! Mr. Justin Price has an incredible talent of taking very difficult subject matter and making it very understandable and immediately applicable to utilize in helpful ways with clients. I enjoyed every minute of the learning – especially the videos!! I feel I really learned how to look and assess for deviations and understand how one area of misalignment affects other areas of alignment and function and what exercises, progressions and regressions to use. I especially loved the care that Mr. Justin Price took with little details in regards to coaching techniques so that he taught us how to explain things in plain, respectful language to clients in order to collaborate with them and help with motivation and the client’s participation in their program. I found myself starting to use the material in the course with my clients (I’m a personal trainer) even as I was learning the course. I loved watching the fascination of understanding of how their own bodies worked and the satisfaction as their pain and limitations improved! I found this course incredibly useful! Even though the course focused on the most common deviations, I found that it taught me how to observe and understand deviations, so that when I found deviations that were different from the ones he presented in depth, I understood those as well and was able to make informed decisions about exercise selection. His way of teaching really resonated with me! Don’t be surprised if after taking this course, you find that when you research kinesiology material, you have a whole new level of understanding! Very grateful to Mr. Justin Price and his team! (Verified Review from Fitness Connect)
Renee Dominguez –
Before choosing TBMM, I looked into a few different Corrective exercise certifications, and I’m so happy I chose them! This program is very detailed with excellent explanations, visuals and applications! I was able to gain a thorough understanding of how our muscles are under or overworking, weak and/or tight as well as how to correct these issues to regain correct posture and function to eliminate pain! TBMM is an excellent choice! (Verified review from Fitness Connect)
Judy (ACE Certified Professional) –
Of all the courses I have done over the 30 years I have been in this field, this one is the best! (Verified review from ACE)
Jill –
I’ve just completed the BioMechanics Method course and absolutely loved it. This is definitely the best online course I have ever done. The explanations are clear and easy to follow and having a clear, structured method to follow makes it easier to work out (a) how to assess someone’s misalignments and dysfunctions, and (b) how to prescribe appropriate exercises to address them. This is a thoroughly well thought out course which obviously took a huge amount of time and effort to create. It is the clearest course I’ve found on the subject.
J Rubinson –
I am enjoying the course and love the way it is organized and laid out. I love that I can access it on a computer or on my phone and can do a section whenever I have time. I retain the information better being able to do it in short bites.