Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES)

Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES)

Sports performance is one of the most demanding forms of training. The NASM Performance Enhancement Specialization (NASM-PES) will prepare you to work with clients at any level from youth sports to professional athletes. Developed utilizing NASM’s evidence-based OPT™ model, the NASM-PES takes training to a higher level by introducing the Maximal Power phase. This phase of training focuses on high-velocity training to increase an athlete’s power input. The advanced knowledge and skills gained from the NASM-PES program will help you improve client athletic performance, especially their power, speed, agility and quickness.

Learning Objectives

• Identify the foundational principles that lead to enhanced sports performance for athletes of various fitness needs and goals.
• Design safe and effective training programs used for improving performance amongst various sports.
• Evaluate exercise selection, execution, and technique specific to sports performance.
• Determine performance assessments used to assess and program for athletes in different seasons throughout a training year.

Who Should Become an NASM-PES?

• Personal Trainers
• Athletic Trainers
• Strength & Conditioning Coaches
• Physical Therapist
• Coaches
• Athletes & Fitness Enthusiasts

Specific titles given may include:

• Performance Enhancement Specialist

Prerequisites: Although it is not required, it is recommended that candidates have at least one of the following credentials:

• NASM-CPT certification
• Certified Massage Therapist
• NCCA, NBFE or DETC Accredited Health/Fitness Certification
• 4-Year College Degree in fitness industry
• REPs Level 3 or higher (int'l)

Timeline: Maximum 12 months - study at your own pace

Delivery Method: Online - study anywhere, anytime

To register your interest, please email [email protected]

To view more information, visit https://www.nasm.org/products/PES316K

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