Eugene Sandow commonly known as the ” Father of Modern Body Building” brought body building into the public realm. The first resistance training equipment can also be accredited to him. Jump a few decades ahead and there are millions of people all over the world participating in bodybuilding and general resistance training programmes in order to build muscle, maximise muscle strength and performance.

Thankfully, with time, more scientific research has been done on the topic of muscle hypertrophy. This course, synthesises the body of literature on muscle building practices into one complete resource. The course covers various aspects of muscle hypertrophy and focuses on the practical application of principles of muscle hypertrophy.

On completion of this course you should be able to design individualised hypertrophic training programmes.

This course is completed using the HFPA Online Learning Platform. The course material includes a downloadable Human Kinetics textbook (e-book), tutorials, a study guide and assessments.

If you would prefer a hard copy textbooks, they are available upon request (additional courier charges will apply). Please request your hard copy upon registration.

• Hypertrophy-Related Responses and Adaptations to Exercise Stress
• Neuromuscular System
• Endocrine, Paracrine, and Autocrine Systems
• Mechanisms of Hypertrophy
• Role of Resistance Training Variables
• Role of Aerobic Training in Hypertrophy
• Factors in Maximal Hypertrophic Development
• Program Design for Maximal Hypertrophy
• Nutrition for Hypertrophy

5 REPPSA Endorsed CPD Points

• Design individualised hypertrophic training programmes for yourself
• Enhance your scope of practice as a fitness professional