CHANDLER, AZ, Mar 21, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) ? What: According to the National Golf Foundation, the average golfer typically plays approximately 37 rounds per year and spends many more days practicing, so it is not surprising that the rate of injuries is on the rise. One recent study showed that during a two year period, 60 percent of golf professionals and 40 percent of amateurs suffered either a traumatic or over use injury while golfing.
The increasing number of injuries requires greater expertise and attention to the needs of golfers at all levels of play. To provide health and fitness professionals with the knowledge and skills to help clients improve overall golf performance and address injuries, the National Academy of Sports Medicine released its NASM Golf Fitness Specialist (GFS) course and credential. Different from other programs, the NASM GFS focuses on helping improve golf performance through five different areas of exercise and fitness training.
Who: PGA Tour Trainer Sean Cochran helped craft the Golf Fitness Specialist credential, along with other golf training professionals and NASM. Cochran is a well-known and respected golf fitness instructor who has worked for professional golfers like Phil Mickelson and Cory Pavin. He has brought expertise to both amateur and professional golfers during his 10-year career. Cochran also has produced golf fitness videos and authored various articles and books.
NASM will host a free webinar on March 29 for those interested in learning more about the Golf Fitness Specialist credential.
Quotes: ?I have found the science-based curriculums, accreditation courses, and continuing education programs from the National Academy of Sports Medicine to be the gold standard in the health and fitness industry. As a professional strength and conditioning coach in the sport of golf and previously in professional baseball, I strongly recommend the programming available through the NASM to any individual in the industry who is looking to advance their credentialing and careers,? said Sean Cochran, strength and conditioning coach for professional golfers.
?In partnership with industry leading trainers like Sean Cochran, NASM has certified 17,000 health and fitness professionals in personal training, corrective exercise, fitness nutrition, and sports performance annually. Adding to the list of specialties for NASM is the new specialized credential to improve golf performance through custom fitness and exercise training. Our evidence-based, online education program provides an ideal platform for health and fitness professionals to grow their skillset, expertise and business,? said Andrew Wyant, president and general manager of NASM.
Interviews available:
-- Sean Cochran, strength and conditioning coach for professional golfers -- Andrew Wyant, president and general manager of NASM
About National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Since 1987, the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) has been a global leader in providing evidence-based certifications and advanced credentials to Health and Fitness Professionals. In addition to its NCCA-accredited fitness Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification, NASM offers a progressive career track with access to Advanced Specializations, Continuing Education courses, and accredited Bachelor and Master Degree programs. The NASM educational continuum is designed to help today?s Health and Fitness Professional enhance their career, while empowering their clients to live healthier lives. To learn more, visit: www.nasm.org or call 1.800.460.NASM (6276).
Contacts: Bill Staples Director of Marketing & Communications 800.460.6276 ext 1235 marketing@nasm.org
SOURCE: National Academy of Sports Medicine
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