✓Review cycle, swim and run training.
✓ Identify triathlon hazards and prevention.
✓ Explain the triathlon transitions.
✓ Explain why a wetsuit improves your swimming leg.
✓ Describe how to survive the triathlon start.
✓ Explain why cycling cadence is important.
✓ Explain what hill training does.
✓ List Olympic distance triathlon tips.
✓ Evaluate peak performance mental preparation and toughness.
✓ Apply foam rolling techniques to speed recovery.
✓ Create triathlon phase workouts.
✓ Demonstrate kettlebell training.
✓ Plan a typical triathlon week.
✓ Demonstrate strength training exercises combined with aerobic training.

GMP Big Advantage – Instant access – dive in and start learning right away. Download the materials to the course and view them offline – so you are not confined to being online.

Downloadable Components
Course Books
Contain detailed information on the topics below. The Course Books are separated into 3 In-depth Modules. They are in PDF format which is great for offline learning.
Course Module Main Topics 
✓ Module 1—Special Topics In Triathlon Training
✓ Module 2—Triathlon Training & Conditioning – 11 routines
✓ Module 3—Triathlon Advice, Plans & Mental Training Preparation
Course Learning Workbooks
Reasoning questions that will lead you through each topic. Contains engaging activity questions that lead you through the course. Designed to help you present your results and check your understanding of the course material.
Course Module Notebooks
Note-taking helps individuals learn more effectively and efficiently.
Course Lesson Plan
An extensive plan that guides you through the entire course and more.
Bonus 1: Progress Chart System
A collection of customizable training plans to record client progress, set goals, and reward progress.
Bonus 2: Client Handouts
Use these excellent handouts with clients to help them learn about triathlons.

ONLINE COMPONENTS
✓ Final Exam and Instant Grading
✓ Certificate of Completion

Big Bonus: Specialist Designation
✓ Your Specialist Designation does not expire
✓ NO FEES to keep your Credential current

And More
✓ No Final Exam Retake Fees
✓ Education Tech Support
✓ Lifetime—24/7 access

CECs/CEUs and Board Certification Approvals
GMP Fitness is internationally and nationally approved and accredited by the following organizations.

Special Notes
If you do not see your certification company in the list below (for example, NASM, ACE, NSCA, or others—please contact GMP Fitness at 888-467-3488 or email info@gmpfitness.com (or click here). The course may be pending approval, being considered for approval, or may need to be petitioned. You can email for a discount to offset the petition fee. We can also help with any information pertaining to the petition process that may be needed.

* Military discount 10% off. Please email for the discount code.

CEC and CEU Approval
✓ American College of Sports Medicine —ACSM*—30—see the statement below
✓ America Fitness Professionals Association—AFPA—16
✓ British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association—BCRPA—30
✓ International Fitness Professionals Association—IFPA—30
✓ International Tennis Performance Association—ITPA*—30—see the statement below
✓ International Sports Sciences Association—ISSA—30
✓ National Academy of Sports Medicine—NASM—1.9 with a Petition*
✓ National Federation of Professional Trainers—NFPT—2.0
✓ National Strength Professionals Association—NSPA—30
✓ American Senior Fitness Association—SFA—2.5
✓ World Instructor Training Schools—WITS—30

*The American College of Sports Medicine accepts CEC”s if another major fitness organization approves the GMP Fitness® Courses, for example, the ISSA, NASM, etc.), even if ACSM is not listed.

*National Academy of Sports Medicine—1.9 CEUs but with a petition. GMP Fitness® will deduct $25 from your order or refund your order $25 to offset the petition fee which is a simple online process. After you pass the course you put in the name of the provider (GMP Fitness), the course hours (30 hours which is 1.9 CEUs), and the date of completion, upload the certificate you receive for the course, and pay $25.

* The International Tennis Performance Association—IITPA
ITPA members can earn continuing credits for their certifications through GMP Fitness®.

Chiropractors
• Chiropractors who are Certified Chiropractic Sports Physicians (CCSP®) can earn CECs for this course. Email GMP Fitness for the discount code.

Other Professionals
For all other professionals – including chiropractors, doctors, physical therapists, massage therapists, naturopaths, etc., please email info@gmpfitness.com if you are interested in taking this course and receiving CEs. We can offer you a discount on the course (to help offset a potential petition fee) if your organization is not currently approved as a CEC/CEU Provider. We may also be able to send the course to your state, organization, etc. for approval.

Board Certification
Students who complete and pass the Course are eligible to sit for the board exam for the following organization.
✓American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP)

GMP Fitness Exam Facts
✓ Exam instructions are online.
✓ 60 multiple-choice and true/false questions.
✓ You must pass the exam with 80% or higher.
✓ NO time limit to take the exam.
✓ You can save your final exam if you cannot complete it in one sitting.
✓ Immediate grading and exam results.
✓ Instant download to your certificate of achievement.
✓ NO fees to take the exam–included in the price.
✓ NO fees to Retake the exam–included in the price.

When will I receive my Continuing Education Certificate (CECs/CEUs)?
→  After you pass the final exam a CEU/CEC Certificate will emailed to you within 2 business days, but usually the day you pass the exam.

Recognition—Your Reward For Excellence
→  Triathlon Conditioning and Mental Training Specialist Certification Certificate upon successful completion of the exam (This is a downloadable CEC/CEU Certificate – included with the price of the Course)

What does it take to be an Elite Specialist?
To become a  CERTIFIED Triathlon Conditioning and Mental Training Specialist, you will need to complete the course and pass a 60-question exam.

Keeping your Credentials Current
There are NO FEES to keep your Credentials current, but we do strongly encourage students to take further education. This will not only elevate your skills and fortify your knowledge, but it will also show your dedication and commitment to your clients and your profession.

How long do I have to complete this Elite Specialist Certification?
The time frame to complete the course is 6 months. If you cannot complete the course in 6 months please email info@gmpfitness.com.

You will have 24/7 access to this course. You are welcome to revisit the materials as many times as you like. The length of time required to complete the course depends on the individual’s dedication and available time to study.

Elite (E) Course Prerequisites
While anyone over the age of 18 years old can complete the educational content included in the GMP Fitness Courses we do recommend a few things for the Elite Specialist Courses.
• Knowledge of English and arithmetic.
• High school diploma or equivalency.
• A background in fitness equipment and exercises.
• Note: Continuing Education Credits (CECs/CEUs) will only be applied for certified fitness professionals and other allied health professionals.

Customer Course Support
As part of the GMP Fitness commitment to customer service, you’ll receive unsurpassed, exceptional customer support. Have a question after you purchase the course—contact us at info@gmpfitness.com or call 888-467-3488.