Course Overview
Teacher
Dr. Jason Gillis is an Assistant Professor working in the Human Performance Lab at Salem State University. Dr. Gillis teaches Undergraduate and Graduate courses in strength and conditioning, exercise physiology, and research methods. Jason is an... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 2 hr, 15 min
- Lessons 12
- Exercises 54
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73 CQ
12 Lessons in This Course
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6 minFREEMartial Arts lesson 1Free4 CQ
Dr. Jason Gillis introduces you to this MMA course on metabolic demands and endurance; gain a better understanding of how to develop a stronger performance.
with Dr. Jason GillisDr. Jason Gillis introduces you to this MMA course on metabolic demands and endurance; gain a better understanding of how to develop a stronger performance.
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13 minMartial Arts lesson 27 CQ
Dr. Jason Gillis explains how energy expenditure works, including how the body absorbs fats, carbs, and protein, and how ATP powers muscle contraction.
with Dr. Jason GillisDr. Jason Gillis explains how energy expenditure works, including how the body absorbs fats, carbs, and protein, and how ATP powers muscle contraction.
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12 minMartial Arts lesson 37 CQ
Dr. Jason Gillis provides an in-depth explanation of how the ATP-PCr system works and how to increase your pool of ATP with supplements and MMA training.
with Dr. Jason GillisDr. Jason Gillis provides an in-depth explanation of how the ATP-PCr system works and how to increase your pool of ATP with supplements and MMA training.
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12 minMartial Arts lesson 47 CQ
In this MMA training lesson, learn about anaerobic glycolysis, including how it resupplies ATP and produces lactic acid, which causes muscle fatigue.
with Dr. Jason GillisIn this MMA training lesson, learn about anaerobic glycolysis, including how it resupplies ATP and produces lactic acid, which causes muscle fatigue.
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11 minMartial Arts lesson 56 CQ
In this MMA lesson, learn about your body's aerobic energy system, and gain training tips that will guide you toward developing endurance for the sport.
with Dr. Jason GillisIn this MMA lesson, learn about your body's aerobic energy system, and gain training tips that will guide you toward developing endurance for the sport.
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10 minMartial Arts lesson 66 CQ
In this lesson, learn how increasing your oxygen uptake (VO2 max) will help you become a better MMA fighter, and how to develop an aerobic fitness plan.
with Dr. Jason GillisIn this lesson, learn how increasing your oxygen uptake (VO2 max) will help you become a better MMA fighter, and how to develop an aerobic fitness plan.
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11 minMartial Arts lesson 76 CQ
Strength and conditioning expert Dr. Jason Gillis defines anaerobic threshold, and explains the relationship between it and a powerful MMA performance.
with Dr. Jason GillisStrength and conditioning expert Dr. Jason Gillis defines anaerobic threshold, and explains the relationship between it and a powerful MMA performance.
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11 minMartial Arts lesson 86 CQ
Dr. Jason Gillis provides the pros and cons of low intensity vs. high intensity training for MMA fighters and explains how each targets different muscle groups.
with Dr. Jason GillisDr. Jason Gillis provides the pros and cons of low intensity vs. high intensity training for MMA fighters and explains how each targets different muscle groups.
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11 minMartial Arts lesson 96 CQ
Learn how to target the anaerobic, aerobic, and glycolytic energy systems in MMA workouts, and which ratio of work to rest will make the greatest impact.
with Dr. Jason GillisLearn how to target the anaerobic, aerobic, and glycolytic energy systems in MMA workouts, and which ratio of work to rest will make the greatest impact.
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11 minMartial Arts lesson 106 CQ
Building the intensity and volume of your MMA training, periodization allows you to develop a better and more effective performance in the cage.
with Dr. Jason GillisBuilding the intensity and volume of your MMA training, periodization allows you to develop a better and more effective performance in the cage.
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12 minMartial Arts lesson 117 CQ
Stay in the fight longer! In this lesson, review how to use each phase of a periodization MMA training plan to develop your endurance in the cage.
with Dr. Jason GillisStay in the fight longer! In this lesson, review how to use each phase of a periodization MMA training plan to develop your endurance in the cage.
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8 minFitness lesson 125 CQ
Synthesize the concepts and training tips in this course by reviewing the metabolic demands of MMA and factors of your performance in the cage.
with Dr. Jason GillisSynthesize the concepts and training tips in this course by reviewing the metabolic demands of MMA and factors of your performance in the cage.
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6131 min6-part Martial Arts course70 CQ
Are you an MMA fighter or coach looking to enhance your performance? This physiology course by former fighter Dr. Jason Gillis explains how the human body works, and focuses on skeletal muscle.
with Dr. Jason GillisAre you an MMA fighter or coach looking to enhance your performance? This physiology course by former fighter Dr. Jason Gillis explains how the human body works, and focuses on skeletal muscle.
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377 min3-part Science course40 CQ
In this physiology course for MMA fighters and coaches, former fighter Dr. Jason Gillis discusses how the human cardiovascular system works—pinpointing the heart, circulatory system, and blood.
with Dr. Jason GillisIn this physiology course for MMA fighters and coaches, former fighter Dr. Jason Gillis discusses how the human cardiovascular system works—pinpointing the heart, circulatory system, and blood.
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10112 min10-part Martial Arts course61 CQ
Want to become an MMA legend? In this sports psychology course, use performance profiles and set goals to explore your strengths and weaknesses at the gym and in the cage.
with Dr. Jason GillisWant to become an MMA legend? In this sports psychology course, use performance profiles and set goals to explore your strengths and weaknesses at the gym and in the cage.
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11 minFitness lesson6 CQ
In this lesson, learn a series of stretches that can be added to your martial arts training to increase your flexibility and decrease muscle tension.
with Dr. Jason GillisIn this lesson, learn a series of stretches that can be added to your martial arts training to increase your flexibility and decrease muscle tension.
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1052 min10-part Sports course31 CQ
Learn how to play baseball from the guys who do it for a living! In this course, MLB professionals and second basemen Brandon Phillips, Howie Kendrick, and Chris Getz provide invaluable tips for improving your hitting and fielding. Find your batting stance and practice essential skills like catching pop-ups, turning double plays, and stealing bases. Practice those major league skills -- and start playing!
with Pro Tips4ULearn how to play baseball from the guys who do it for a living! In this course, MLB professionals and second basemen Brandon Phillips, Howie Kendrick, and Chris Getz provide invaluable tips for improving your hitting and fielding. Find your batting stance and practice essential skills like catching pop-ups, turning double plays, and stealing bases. Practice those major league skills -- and start playing!
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1147 min11-part Soccer course29 CQ
With Major League Soccer more popular than ever, it’s time to up your game! Get coaching from two U.S. national team veterans: forward Abby Wambach and midfielder Cobi Jones. Wambach, an Olympic gold medalist and 2012 FIFA World Player of the Year, teaches basic shooting, power shots, and penalty kicks, along with her specialty: headers! Then, former Premier League player and National Soccer Hall of Fame member Jones builds ball handling and passing skills with soccer drills!
with Pro Tips4UWith Major League Soccer more popular than ever, it’s time to up your game! Get coaching from two U.S. national team veterans: forward Abby Wambach and midfielder Cobi Jones. Wambach, an Olympic gold medalist and 2012 FIFA World Player of the Year, teaches basic shooting, power shots, and penalty kicks, along with her specialty: headers! Then, former Premier League player and National Soccer Hall of Fame member Jones builds ball handling and passing skills with soccer drills!
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321 min3-part Golf course12 CQ
Want to get better at golf chip shots? In this golfing course, learn how to set up for, plan for, and swing the best chip shot you can muster, and improve your overall golf game!
with Peter KnightWant to get better at golf chip shots? In this golfing course, learn how to set up for, plan for, and swing the best chip shot you can muster, and improve your overall golf game!
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939 min9-part Boxing course23 CQ
In this course with trainer Johnny from Expert Boxing, learn how to slip punches, make effective feints, and use evasive footwork and head movements so you can be a powerful, commanding fighter.
with ExpertBoxingIn this course with trainer Johnny from Expert Boxing, learn how to slip punches, make effective feints, and use evasive footwork and head movements so you can be a powerful, commanding fighter.
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38147 min38-part Boxing course95 CQ
Join Johnny from Expert Boxing to learn essential offensive boxing techniques, including how to throw a powerful right cross and one-two combination, tips for reading your opponent, and so much more.
with ExpertBoxingJoin Johnny from Expert Boxing to learn essential offensive boxing techniques, including how to throw a powerful right cross and one-two combination, tips for reading your opponent, and so much more.
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13197 min13-part Martial Arts course105 CQ
Chinese straight sword, or Jian, fencing raises self-defense to a high art form. In this course, get hands-on practice, individual and partner drills, and expert tips for success in real swordplay.
with Practical Qi GongChinese straight sword, or Jian, fencing raises self-defense to a high art form. In this course, get hands-on practice, individual and partner drills, and expert tips for success in real swordplay.
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10112 min10-part Martial Arts course61 CQ
Want to become an MMA legend? In this sports psychology course, use performance profiles and set goals to explore your strengths and weaknesses at the gym and in the cage.
with Dr. Jason GillisWant to become an MMA legend? In this sports psychology course, use performance profiles and set goals to explore your strengths and weaknesses at the gym and in the cage.
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13163 min13-part Self Defense course87 CQ
In this Wing Chun self defense course, Master Wong guides you through a series of Wing Chun exercises and movements meant to strengthen and tone the body, and promote proper technique and form.
with Wing Chun MasterIn this Wing Chun self defense course, Master Wong guides you through a series of Wing Chun exercises and movements meant to strengthen and tone the body, and promote proper technique and form.
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19174 min19-part Self Defense course95 CQ
Want to learn self defense techniques that make you feel like a trained fighter? Learn the origin and techniques of Israeli military self defense form Krav Maga, from basic drills to handgun defense.
with Chuck JohnsonWant to learn self defense techniques that make you feel like a trained fighter? Learn the origin and techniques of Israeli military self defense form Krav Maga, from basic drills to handgun defense.
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939 min9-part Boxing course23 CQ
In this course with trainer Johnny from Expert Boxing, learn how to slip punches, make effective feints, and use evasive footwork and head movements so you can be a powerful, commanding fighter.
with ExpertBoxingIn this course with trainer Johnny from Expert Boxing, learn how to slip punches, make effective feints, and use evasive footwork and head movements so you can be a powerful, commanding fighter.