Strength • HYPERTROPHY • POWER Certified Trainer
The X•agon S&C Training Course is aimed at exercise professionals who want to deepen their knowledge in the creation and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for trainees and athletes in gyms, indoor or outdoor exercise areas
Strength • HYPERTROPHY • POWER Certified Trainer
The X•agon S&C Training Course is aimed at exercise professionals who want to deepen their knowledge in the creation and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for trainees and athletes in gyms, indoor or outdoor exercise areas
• COURSE OUTLINE •
MOBILITY & FLEXIBILITY
- Joints’ health and range of movement.
- Various types of stretching.
- Assessment of flexibility and mobility.
- Relation between mobility/flexibility and injuries and prevention.
- Relation between mobility/flexibility and athletic performance.
INTRODUCTION TO STRENGTH
- General theory of strength (definition of strength, types of strength and how to divide
them). - Factors that affect strength.
- Strength and adjustments (long/short term) nervous – musculature – endocrine –
cardiorespiratory system. - Development strategies (isokinetic, isometric, strengthening exercise)
- Benefits of strength.
PROGRAMMING | STRENGTH TRAINING
- Maximum approach of strength.
- Theoretical measurement of maximum and minimum strength.
Approach of endurance in strength. - Sets – volume – rest –encumbrance, (un) loading.
- Approach of the explosive power and strength.
- Sets – volume – rest –encumbrance, (un) loading.
- Safety rules.
- Program designing (beginner – intermediate – advanced athlete).
INTRODUCTION TO PLYOMETRICS AND PROGRAMMING
- Benefits of plyometrics.
- Programming of training programs.
- Plyometrics (sets– volume – rest – encumbrance).
- Safety rules.
THE IMPORTANCE OF STRENGTH
- Strength and new athletes (youth training).
- Strength as means of prevention.
- Strength and rehabilitation.
- Strength during third age.
INTRODUCTION TO HYPERTROPHY
- Definition of hypertrophy: What is hypertrophy and how is it achieved in the muscular system.
- Physiology of hypertrophy: How does the body respond to training so that to increase muscle
mass. - Basic mechanisms: Mechanical tension, metabolic stress and minor muscle injuries.
- Muscle hypertrophy – Muscle hyperplasia.
- Synthesis of protein.
- Nutrition for muscle hypertrophy.
S.H.P. TRAINING PROTOCOLS
- Combining of the training methods in one program: Strategies for athletes with
different goals. - From the training unit to the macrocycle.
- Parameters for an effective combination of methods: Intensity, volume, frequency and
rest time. - Dealing with overtraining: Recognition and prevention.
- Adaptation of the program according to progress.
- Practical examples and training plans.
- Programs for the general population aimed at improving their muscle mass and
strength. - Creation of a program for each level (beginners, intermediate, advanced athletes).
- Examples of programs for 3,5,6 workouts per week.
- Performance evaluation and program setup.
NUTRITION
- Calories.
- Micronutrients.
- The role of nutrition in athletic performance and muscle growth.
- Health supplements.
- Ergogenic supplements.
- Supplements for rehabilitation.
- Indicative nutrition plan of an athlete during training.
REHABILITATION
- Rehabilitation strategies: The role of rehabilitation in the improvement of performance,
the injury prevention and in avoiding overtraining. - Difference between active and passive rehabilitation.
- Nutrition and supplements for rehabilitation: Nutrition strategies, dietary supplements,
hydration. - Sleep and rehabilitation: The role of sleep rehabilitation and sleep improvement
techniques. - Rehabilitation techniques and methods: Sports massage, low-intensity cardio, heat
therapy, ice therapy, stretching, mobility.
S.H.P. Personal & Business Development by the FITBULLS
- the FITBULLS Method: X-elusive training protocols for Group Strength & Hypertrophy Training
- Performance Skills Development
- the FITBULLS Business model
- the FITBULLS Arena set up
- the FITBULLS S.H.P. Camp set up
- the FITBULLS X-Clive Equipments Training
- Branding
- Marketing plan
- Sales Training
- Timetable design
- HR sources | training
CONTACT US - JOIN US
NEW DIPLOMA START
Location
Athens
Date
18 / 10 / 2025
THE MASTER TRAINERS TEAM
Having trained thousands of Fitness - Personal - Group Fitness Trainers in Greece and Europe, with deep knowledge and vision, the team of Master Trainers of SHP Certification will teach you the secrets of Strength and Hypertrophy training. Their only GOAL: To give you all the necessary cognitive and communication skills for a successful career.
VISIT OUR TEAM
Learn all the secrets of STRENGTH TRAINING and discover new professional perspectives and challenges with the FITBULLS team.
VISIT OUR TEAM
Learn all the secrets of STRENGTH TRAINING and discover new professional perspectives and challenges with the FITBULLS team.

