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)
- AUSActive – 37 CECs (total for all course modules)
- CIMSPA – 10 CPDs
- Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) – 15 CPDs
- International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) – 20 CEUs
- National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) – 12 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) – 15 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 75 countries
- A certificate recognizing your TBMM-CES Status
- Inclusion on The BioMechanics Method Online Specialist Referral Register
- Verification of TBMM Specialist Status on IDEA Fitness Connect
- Automatically eligible for TBMM Advanced Corrective Exercise Specialist course (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
Tamara –
This course was easy to follow and understand. The videos reinforced the learning and were so helpful.
Munir K –
The way TBMM has broken down the key deviations and created a process around it makes it easy to learn. The videos and learning material are of the best quality I’ve ever come across. I’m now looking forward to applying the methods on my runners who have some or the other imbalances that needs to be addressed. I’ve found the corrective exercises & the steps shared in the curriculum very effective when applied to my own minor deviations & weaknesses. Highly recommended course for all CPT!
Christopher –
This is a great jumping in point to the World of Biomechanics that provides an easy to follow step by step approach. (Verified review from ACE)
Soumendra Pattanaik –
I really loved the course very much, I am a master rehab trainer and this course will help me to further enhance my knowledge about the injury rehab and the all the module described in such a nice easy way to follow.. I think and will strongly advocates that all the fitness professional who wants to have a long association with their clients they must pick this course with both the hands. Thanks. (Verified review from Fitness Connect)
Daniel Stagliano –
I have recently completed my TBMM course and I am so excited by this achievement, and I definitely consider it an achievement. I absolutely loved this course and it was so in depth and yet simplistic in application which I love. The way it pieced together movement dysfunctions from the feet to the head is brilliant. The quality of the teachings and information is top notch. The simplicity of the course structure and what it teaches allows it be applicable to everyone. I have been and will continue promoting this course to all industry folks I cross paths with.
Gabriela C –
I enjoyed studying this course. The reasons that motivated me to take it were my kids. As a mom and personal trainer, I noticed that my kids started to adopt strange postures due to the amount of time they spent in their sport. In our case swimming and taekwondo. I wanted to help my little athletes to undo the stress cause by the sport, and also prevent future problems that come with imbalances and bad posture. This course exceeded my expectations!
Caroline Cahill –
I feel that this course is a must for all fitness professionals as I realise good functional movement is only achievable when we move from a position of as close to ideal posture as possible.
The course content is very well laid out in informative text and videos that are easy to follow. Being able to move at your own pace through the material step by step makes it even easier.
Since completing this course I have been able to assist many of my clients in correcting deviations in their posture that was affecting their daily lives, eliminating aches and pains that they had learnt to live with. A new client who came to me having learnt to live with intense shoulder and hip pain even though she had been down many avenues for a cure was amazed at the progress she has made by diligently doing her home exercises every day for the past month. Her hip pain has totally disappeared and her shoulder is well on the way to becoming pain free. This course has also made me more aware of the imbalances within my own body which I have been working on with excellent results.
Ashley Witt –
This course is amazing! I have a greater understanding on how to help my clients with their postural deviations and pain associated with them! I highly recommend this course if you are looking into corrective exercise courses or bettering your expertise as a Personal Trainer (Verified review from Fitness Connect)
Amy (ACE Certified Professional) –
Verified review from ACE
Carmen B –
The course was wonderful. I enjoyed the information. I liked that the test result will let you know what you missed. The online material was well developed AND user friendly. Thanks for the good work.