Brian Sutton is the Director of Content Development for the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). Brian is instrumental in the development of NASM education courses, working alongside some of the brightest minds in sports medicine to create the most comprehensive health and fitness courses in the industry.
In addition, Brian works as an adjunct faculty member for California University of Pennsylvania in the Exercise Science
Bio
- Brian Sutton , NASM Elite Trainer
Specialties:
- Sports Medicine
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Location:
- Mesa, AZ
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Credentials
- Education
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M.S. Exercise Science concentration in Performance Enhacement and Injury Prevention, California University of Pennsylvania, 2008 - 2009M.A. Sport & Fitness Management, University of San Francisco, 2004 - 2006
- Additional Certifications of Specialty Qualifications
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- Professional Membership or Societies
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National Strength and Conditioning AssociationNational Academy of Sports Medicine
- Publications
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NASM Essentials of Personal Fitness Training 4th edition
Activity
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What are the benefits of laughter?
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Who developed laughter yoga?
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How did laughter yoga start?
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Do I need to practice yoga in a hot room?
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Can hot yoga help me detoxify my body?
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What is a yoga strap?
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What are the different levels of yoga classes?
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What are the mental and physical benefits of yoga?
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What is the mountain pose in yoga?
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