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 Vincent is the co-founder, president, and resistance training exercise biomechanics instructor for the Academy of Applied Personal Training Education (AAPTE). Vincent’s passion for sports, fitness and exercise started at a young age. From martial art training, water skiing, and weight training leading to body building and eventually competition. In 1989 Vincent decided to pursue a career as a personal trainer and earned his first personal training certification in 1990. Shortly after, he founded Body Works 1to1 Personal Training Inc. Since 1990, Vincent has developed, owned, managed, and consulted for personal training studios and health and fitness centers. In 1996, he co-founded the AAPTE. The AAPTE has maintained affiliation with Hofstra University College for Continuing Education where the Academy provides its Personal Trainer - Exercise and Fitness Specialist course. From 1999-2001 Vincent was part of Town Sports International’s (TSI) New York Sports Clubs, where he was an instrumental part of the personal trainer development team.
Vincent's primary area of concentration is in the study of resistance training exercise biomechanics, the musculoskeletal system and human development. The biomechanical concepts he teaches are the result of years of research, study, analysis, and the continued challenging of historical beliefs and methods of resistance training. The biomechanical analysis and practical application methods he teaches have been successfully applied to a wide range of populations including; youth, geriatrics, post-rehabilitation and competitive athletes.
Vincent’s education includes an Associate Science degree in Human Development with a concentration in Health Studies and Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Development with a concentration in Health and Human Development. Additionally, Vincent has earned credentials from several accredited organizations, which include:
*American Council on Exercise (ACE)
*Resistance Training Specialist RTS2
Certified Resistance Equipment Analyst (CREA)
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
Aerobics and Fitness Association of (AFAA)
*The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
*Physical Fitness Specialist: The Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research
*Advanced / Master Fitness Specialist: The Copper Institute for Aerobics Research
American Aerobic Association International / International Sports Medicine Association (AAAI/ISSA)
(* maintains current certification)
Vincent is a Continuing Education Specialist for the American Council on Exercise (ACE), and a nationally recognized continuing education / professional development provider to fitness and allied health professionals. Additionally, he is a career and technical education teacher (CTE) and for Nassau Board of Cooperative Educational Services, Joseph M. Barry Career & Technical Education Center where he created a one and two year curriculum for High School students seeking a career as a professional fitness specialist.
Professional Memberships:
· New York State American Alliance of Physical Education Health Recreation and Dance (AAPEHRD
· Member of the National Board of Fitness Examiners (NBFE)
· National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
· International Dance and Exercise Association (IDEA)
· American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
Additional:
Presenter for the National Association of Physical Education "Stretching a Myth and Truth a Biomechanical Perspective" / "Challenging Common and Accepted Theories and Practices of Sport Specific Training, Resistance Training and Standardized Fitness Assessments"
2007 – Present: National Board of Fitness Examiners, Santa Barbara California;Fellow and Subject Matter Expert (SME) active in the development of part-2 of the national board of Fitness Examiners practical exam
2009 – 2012 Fellow — National Board of Fitness Examiners (NBFE)
Bio-Molecular Sciences Inc. Marina Del Rey, California; Served as scientific advisory board member. Presented “Integrating the Allied Health Science of Personal Training to the Restoration Phase of Wellness.”
Long Island Learns Radio Show — "Personal Training as a Career"
New Living Magazine — "Exercise Advice Can be Hazardous to Your Health"
Guest Speaker The Long Island College Consortium for Drug and Alcohol Abuse, Dowling College
Guest Speaker — East Meadow High School — "Myths and Misconceptions of Resistance Training"
CFS Radio Show, with Dr. Roger Mazlin: "Resistance Training and The Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Patient"
Guest Speaker Islip Terrace Junior High School, Health Department– "Fitness and Wellness for Today and the Future"
Hofstra University, University College, "Most Popular Course Award" – Health Fitness Instructor / Personal Trainer Certification
Guest Lecturer – Hofstra University Athletic Department "Myths and Misconceptions of Sport Specific Conditioning in the Weight Room"
1998 Newsday Business Edition – featured article "The Health and Fitness Business on Long Island" Noted as: "The Company to Watch" "Body Works 1to1 Personal Training"
Elements Magazine, Winter 2005 “Who’s Training Your Trainer?” (contributor)
Long Island Woman Magazine November 2001 “Sorting Things Out At The Gym” (contributor)
Long Island Woman march 2008 “Functional Fitness” (contributor)
Long Island Woman Magazine June 2011 “Finding Balance in Health & Wellness” (contributor)
When Vincent is not developing curriculum, teaching or researching, he enjoys time with his family. His personal interests include the practice of a classical form of Karate (Shorin-Ryu Matsubayashi-Ryu), Cooking, Boating, Resistance and Cardiovascular exercise.
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