Welcome to Bender Training Academy

Leslee Bender 2010 finalist for IDEA Instructor of the year, has over 25 years experience in the fitness industry. Leslee has presented internationally in over 20 countries. And, is the creator of the Bender Method of training with 2007 infomercial of the year short form. Leslee has produced over 30 DVD’s and has created one of the safest methods of core training. Leslee is a graduate of Gray Institute of Applied Functional Science 2011.

B.A. ACSM, NASM, AFAA, ACE. Presently launching the first back care and Bender Barre Method® program for fitness professionals 2011 Leslee works in Orlando as a functional training specialist with pro-water skiers .And, has joined the RealRyder™ cycling master trainer team.

This is the first and only safe method of Barre training for the fitness professional that will not over utilize the student’s hip flexors creating low back pain or even injuries like many other programs. Ours focuses on the body’s ability to lengthen against gravity and applied functional exercises for all levels of students.

This course focuses on how to safely incorporate the BenderBall™ in all forms of classes. There is a specific way to utilize the bell so that student experience great results without ever feeling back pain. You will learn the importance of how to do ‘basic’ postural assessing in order to give your students the exercises that are appropriate for them. For new instructors this course is very beneficial to get them on the right track of core training. Also the new instructor will learn the truth that the core is not just from crunches but how to move your body in all three planes is core training.

The ultimate in vertical core training This session will open your eyes to the fascia continuities of your body and that your body is the core. Lying on your back and kicking your legs is only about 6% activation of the Transverse Abdominus and the rest is your hip flexors. So why do antiquated training techniques when you can experience your body in all three planes of movement. Many forms of ‘classical” exercise techniques are just that of lying on the back however students are becoming injured and suffering pain so why not become an instructor ready to experience what your body was meant to do utilizing gravity?

This course is where the mind and body meet for a course in fusion of Pilates. Yoga and body flowing exercises utilize the Bender Ball™ in all exercises for a dynamic program for all fitness professionals. You do not need classical experience in any of traditional disciplines as there is a format to this course that allows you teach a mindful class in a completely ‘safe” environment. This course does not incorporate traditional Pilates exercises due to the amount of time spent on the floor bur rather embraces Pilates term of Contrology of the mind dictates the movement of the body,

This dynamic course gives you how to feel, see and touch how your muscles react to gravity and ground reaction and that your core is your entire body when you understand how to utilize it. Inspired by Gary Gray Leslee Bender has taken an approach that trainers can take away and utilize with their clients. Each client has special needs and when you understand how they walk, squat, move in all three planes will give you the crucial cues of what kinds of exercises that will help hem to function better.

* Experience the reaction of gravity to your muscles and understand that muscles need to and prefer to be lengthened and understanding this concept will help you to see that only shortening exercises like crunches on the floor serve very little purpose

* See why postural deviations affect our entire kinetic chain and why we as trainers can dramatically change for the better the way in which clients move.

This course is a logically safer approach to Pilates mat training due to there is no exercises that will in any way harm either the lumbar or cervical spine due to we do not do antiquated core training on the floor. This is the modern day approach to standing exercises but embracing the principles of ‘contrology” but for today’s’ society and student that spends over 70% of their day sitting over a computer or texting. The core starts from the floor and the feet up and we need to start looking at the ground reaction of gravity to how it affects our body and this session will do just that with the use of small props for a class for the students of today not the elite dancers of Joe’ era.

BENDER METHOD OF A STRONG HEALTHY BACK
THIS IS THE TIME TO BE VERY SUCCESSFUL AS A TRAINER AND BE ON THE HEALTHY BACK MISSION There are millions of people who live on pain medication and suffer from back pain both chronic and acute. This is costing us billions in health care and, it can be stopped why? Our students see us more than they may see a medial professional yet they are still living with pain. This program is about the back business and how you can give the corrective exercises PROVEN to stop back pain for good.

This session is all about function and how your body reacts to gravity and how to use it. You will experience the WHY and purpose of EACH exercise. This is not a course where everyone is simply a number but an individual and, learn why you move differently and which exercises will transform you. Feel and experience each exercise and be ready to be empowered by this form of training utilizing the Bender Ball™, Gliding™ and tubing.

This course was oversold in 2011 so here is a new approach for 2012 with research from Gary Gray, Stuart Mcgill and those who have spent their life studying human movement. We as trainers can dramatically change the way in which our clients move if we understand where the dysfunctions are coming from. Experience techniques from the masters to unleash the potential of each and every client to be a better mover.

The chi-bolster is a product you must experience to appreciate. Why do you have low or upper back pain, headaches or even lack of motivation to move. When your fascia becomes dehydrated and you have been training incorrectly you will start to feel the negative affects it has on the rest of your body over time. This session shows you the simple techniques of reflexology and correct movement patterns to give you a healthier you!

The Chi-bolster offers a unique tool to utilize with clients needing rehabilitative exercises for the feet, back , neck and hips. Most common injuries in traditional Pilates are to the neck and back due to the overutilization of overworked muscle groups. You will walk away with the necessary tools to understand what causes these injuries and above all how to avoid them and never harm your students. The exercises are based on research from Stuart Mcgill, Gary Gray and the Gray Institute



	COURSE DESCRIPTIONS NEW COURSES 2012 WITH LESLEE BENDER Bender Training Academy Leslee Bender 2010 finalist for IDEA Instructor of the year, has over 25 years experience in the fitness industry. Leslee has presented internationally in over 20 countries. And, is the creator of the Bender Method of training with 2007 infomercial of the year short form. Leslee has produced over 30 DVD’s and has created one of the safest methods of core training. Leslee is a graduate of Gray Institute of Applied Functional Science 2011. B.A. ACSM, NASM, AFAA, ACE. Presently launching the first back care and Bender Barre Method® program for fitness professionals 2011 Leslee works in Orlando as a functional training specialist with pro-water skiers .And, has joined the RealRyder™ cycling master trainer team. ALL NEW Hot for 2012 Bender Barre Method Barre is the hottest method of training since the Pilates boom!! This is the first and only safe method of Barre training for the fitness professional that will not over utilize the student’s hip flexors creating low back pain or even injuries like many other programs. Ours focuses on the body’s ability to lengthen against gravity and applied functional exercises for all levels of students. You do not have to be a classical dancer to appreciate the movement of vertical training for stronger legs butt and back utilizing Gliding™, Bender Ball™ . You will be able to lead a successful Bender Barre Method class that your students will be coming back for more The best part is there is no Barre required which requires the student to be focused on the goal of each and every exercise creating fantastic results! FOUNDATIONAL COURSES with the BenderBall™ Integrated Training for Life: Bender Method Foundations This course focuses on how to safely incorporate the BenderBall™ in all forms of classes. There is a specific way to utilize the bell so that student experience great results without ever feeling back pain. You will learn the importance of how to do ‘basic’ postural assessing in order to give your students the exercises that are appropriate for them. For new instructors this course is very beneficial to get them on the right track of core training. Also the new instructor will learn the truth that the core is not just from crunches but how to move your body in all three planes is core training. Experience why the BenderBall™ has been documented by the Journal of Applied Research Give your students a much safer and effective way to do core training * Protecting your back for the rest of your life is crucial Integrated Training for Life: Floor to Core The ultimate in vertical core training This session will open your eyes to the fascia continuities of your body and that your body is the core. Lying on your back and kicking your legs is only about 6% activation of the Transverse Abdominus and the rest is your hip flexors. So why do antiquated training techniques when you can experience your body in all three planes of movement. Many forms of ‘classical” exercise techniques are just that of lying on the back however students are becoming injured and suffering pain so why not become an instructor ready to experience what your body was meant to do utilizing gravity? Experience how to activate the pelvic floor realistically and not just lying on your back. And, why it is such a big part of the core and stability of the spine Understand that each and every muscle is connected by fascia and the body is made up of anterior posterior and lateral slings that affect each and every movement that is indeed core training. Understand that by lengthening muscles you create a stronger more responsive core. Integrated Training For Life: Mind Body Fusion This course is where the mind and body meet for a course in fusion of Pilates. Yoga and body flowing exercises utilize the Bender Ball™ in all exercises for a dynamic program for all fitness professionals. You do not need classical experience in any of traditional disciplines as there is a format to this course that allows you teach a mindful class in a completely ‘safe” environment. This course does not incorporate traditional Pilates exercises due to the amount of time spent on the floor bur rather embraces Pilates term of Contrology of the mind dictates the movement of the body, You will leave with the necessary exercises to teach a safe and mindful session to your students You will understand why we choose not to teach exercises that are potentially dangerous to the back and neck You will understand why our method corrects posture and helps clients move away from pain through flexibility and movement. COURSES FOR THE MORE EXPERIENCED TRAINER with 1-2 years of teaching experience in group or personal training and mind body. ANATOMY IN ACTION This dynamic course gives you how to feel, see and touch how your muscles react to gravity and ground reaction and that your core is your entire body when you understand how to utilize it. Inspired by Gary Gray Leslee Bender has taken an approach that trainers can take away and utilize with their clients. Each client has special needs and when you understand how they walk, squat, move in all three planes will give you the crucial cues of what kinds of exercises that will help hem to function better. * Experience the reaction of gravity to your muscles and understand that muscles need to and prefer to be lengthened and understanding this concept will help you to see that only shortening exercises like crunches on the floor serve very little purpose * See why postural deviations affect our entire kinetic chain and why we as trainers can dramatically change for the better the way in which clients move. * Understand that the test is the exercise and the exercise is the test TRI-PLANE PILATES This course is a logically safer approach to Pilates mat training due to there is no exercises that will in any way harm either the lumbar or cervical spine due to we do not do antiquated core training on the floor. This is the modern day approach to standing exercises but embracing the principles of ‘contrology” but for today’s’ society and student that spends over 70% of their day sitting over a computer or texting. The core starts from the floor and the feet up and we need to start looking at the ground reaction of gravity to how it affects our body and this session will do just that with the use of small props for a class for the students of today not the elite dancers of Joe’ era. Learn how you can still do exercises that have the Pilates feel but standing Understand the purpose and WHY of every exercise Experience the difference utilizing the BenderBall™ protects the back in ‘ALL’ floor exercises BENDER METHOD OF A STRONG HEALTHY BACK THIS IS THE TIME TO BE VERY SUCCESSFUL AS A TRAINER AND BE ON THE HEALTHY BACK MISSION There are millions of people who live on pain medication and suffer from back pain both chronic and acute. This is costing us billions in health care and, it can be stopped why? Our students see us more than they may see a medial professional yet they are still living with pain. This program is about the back business and how you can give the corrective exercises PROVEN to stop back pain for good. Learn how to do a analysis that leads you to understanding where the pain maybe coming from this includes understanding joint misalignments and the muscles that cause it Learn how the different postures greatly affect both upper and lower back pain Discover the strategies that will help you to choose the necessary exercises and programs that will keep your clients pain free and doing what they love Walk away with MANY tools to become a true back coach and make it a PROFITABLE business for you! BENDER BALL™ BOOT CAMP Total Body Conditioning GET READY FOR 2012!!! This session is all about function and how your body reacts to gravity and how to use it. You will experience the WHY and purpose of EACH exercise. This is not a course where everyone is simply a number but an individual and, learn why you move differently and which exercises will transform you. Feel and experience each exercise and be ready to be empowered by this form of training utilizing the Bender Ball™, Gliding™ and tubing. Learn how your muscles react to gravity three dimensionally and what it takes to transform them Experience how your feet are the most important part of training when you learn how to awaken them. This is a functionally safe boot camp that every athlete or regular student can perform successfully TRANSFORMATIONAL POSTURE This course was oversold in 2011 so here is a new approach for 2012 with research from Gary Gray, Stuart Mcgill and those who have spent their life studying human movement. We as trainers can dramatically change the way in which our clients move if we understand where the dysfunctions are coming from. Experience techniques from the masters to unleash the potential of each and every client to be a better mover. Understand joint movement dysfunctions Experience that the exercise is the test and the test is the exercise Postural restoration is crucial for creating the correct strategies for any and all clients COURSES SPONSORED BY SPRI FEET AND FUNCTION WITH THE CHI-BOLSTER™ The chi-bolster is a product you must experience to appreciate. Why do you have low or upper back pain, headaches or even lack of motivation to move. When your fascia becomes dehydrated and you have been training incorrectly you will start to feel the negative affects it has on the rest of your body over time. This session shows you the simple techniques of reflexology and correct movement patterns to give you a healthier you! Every fitness professional can use these techniques and understand the simplicity yet complexity of how it works Learn how you can integrate all of the techniques into mind body programming You will have immediate strategies that will improve your client’s ability to move pain free REHABILITATIVE PILATES WITH THE CHI-BOLSTER™ The Chi-bolster offers a unique tool to utilize with clients needing rehabilitative exercises for the feet, back , neck and hips. Most common injuries in traditional Pilates are to the neck and back due to the overutilization of overworked muscle groups. You will walk away with the necessary tools to understand what causes these injuries and above all how to avoid them and never harm your students. The exercises are based on research from Stuart Mcgill, Gary Gray and the Gray Institute Experience pain free Pilates in a safe environment Take away new methods of pre-and rehab programming for all levels of students to bridge the gap of fitness and rehabilitation Give your clients an experience that will leave them feeling better than they ever have before