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OPT™ Model

OPT™ Model

Most successful training model in world sports medicine

Most successful training model in world sports medicine

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The NASM OPT™ (Optimum Performance Training®) model is a physical training system developed by Dr. Mike Clark, widely used for over 20 years by the top athletes in the world. This model was created based on a broad range of evidence and scientific principles, becoming a reliable and effective approach for physical development.

The OPT™ model is highly versatile, allowing individuals to progress through five distinct phases of training. These phases are complementary, adaptable, and repeatable, ensuring that training is suitable to meet the specific needs of each person.

As a NASM CPT (Certified Personal Trainer), the OPT™ model represents the most powerful tool at your disposal, providing a solid framework to achieve the best results in physical training.

The foundation of NASM certification is the exclusive Optimum Performance Training™ Model. The OPT™ Model offers a systematic approach to creating personalized and unique training plans, delivering predictable results for every client. It is a versatile and comprehensive system that allows for creating individualized training plans for any client, at any time.

Stabilization

Strength Resistance

Muscle Development/Hypertrophy

Maximum Strength

Power

Enables for any goal

Enables for any goal

A comprehensive model aimed at assisting any individual in achieving their goals can be employed in various objectives, such as weight loss, muscle gain, athletic performance improvement, and enhancement of health or quality of life

A comprehensive model aimed at assisting any individual in achieving their goals can be employed in various objectives, such as weight loss, muscle gain, athletic performance improvement, and enhancement of health or quality of life

Components of the Evidence-Based OPT Model

Physical therapy exercises

Integrated into the OPT Model, the preventive exercises focus on recovery and injury prevention, ensuring that athletes train safely and efficiently. The model already incorporates mobilization techniques, specific strengthening, and prevention strategies, ensuring that each training phase is adapted to maintain the health and physical performance of athletes at optimal levels.

High Performance

In the OPT Model, high performance is achieved through an advanced and integrated training method, aimed at maximizing strength, power, endurance, and other essential physical abilities for elite sports performance. The model ensures that each training phase is optimized to reach maximum athletic potential, always in a safe and progressive manner.

Neuroscience

No Modelo OPT, a neurociência do exercício é fundamental para aprimorar a eficiência neuromuscular e a coordenação motora em todas as fases do treinamento. O modelo já integra conhecimentos sobre como o cérebro e o sistema nervoso influenciam o controle motor e a tomada de decisões, ajustando as estratégias de treino para maximizar o desempenho e reduzir o risco de lesões. Isso permite que cada etapa do treinamento seja otimizada com base em evidências científicas, promovendo melhorias contínuas na performance atlética.

Proven success

Proven success

The most comprehensive and innovative certification in the global fitness market and in sports

The most comprehensive and innovative certification in the global fitness market and in sports

Scientifically proven

Scientifically proven

Tested and proven by the major research institutions and studies of sports medicine

Tested and proven by the major research institutions and studies of sports medicine

Globally recognized

Globally recognized

The NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) is one of the most recognized institutions in the fitness and exercise science world, with a presence in over 100 countries and across all 5 continents. With more than 1.5 million certified professionals, NASM is known for offering certifications and courses for personal trainers and rehabilitation specialists, utilizing evidence-based approaches and scientific methodologies. Respected for its teaching practices, NASM has a significant impact on the global sector, preparing highly qualified professionals.

The NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) is one of the most recognized institutions in the fitness and exercise science world, with a presence in over 100 countries and across all 5 continents. With more than 1.5 million certified professionals, NASM is known for offering certifications and courses for personal trainers and rehabilitation specialists, utilizing evidence-based approaches and scientific methodologies. Respected for its teaching practices, NASM has a significant impact on the global sector, preparing highly qualified professionals.

Sports Medicine - OPT

Study whenever you want using all OPT Model content available in Portuguese

12 x R$ 299,79

or BRL 3,997.90 upfront

de 12 x R$ 399,79

100% online

Study at your own pace

4 sections with 14 chapters

More than 45 educational videos and 200 example videos

Practical exam, tests and knowledge checks

Approximately 10 weeks*

Right to take the OPT Model exam twice

Exclusivo para profissionais da área fitness

OPT - não inclui a certificação internacional

Sports Medicine -OPT Premium

Complete package with all content and classes with instructor

12 x R$ 599,80

or R$ 5,997.90 cash

100% online

Study at your own pace

4 sections with 14 chapters

More than 45 educational videos and 200 example videos

Practical exam, tests and knowledge checks

Approximately 15 weeks*

Right to take the OPT Model test

Weekly classes with Brazilian instructor

Exclusivo para profissionais da área fitness

OPT - não inclui a certificação internacional

The values are fixed and immutable. Discounts and/or promotions are only for pre-determined periods.

Sports Medicine - OPT

Study whenever you want using all OPT Model content available in Portuguese

12 x R$ 299,79

or BRL 3,997.90 upfront

de 12 x R$ 399,79

100% online

Study at your own pace

4 sections with 14 chapters

More than 45 educational videos and 200 example videos

Practical exam, tests and knowledge checks

Approximately 10 weeks*

Right to take the OPT Model exam twice

Exclusivo para profissionais da área fitness

OPT - não inclui a certificação internacional

Sports Medicine -OPT Premium

Complete package with all content and classes with instructor

12 x R$ 599,80

or R$ 5,997.90 cash

100% online

Study at your own pace

4 sections with 14 chapters

More than 45 educational videos and 200 example videos

Practical exam, tests and knowledge checks

Approximately 15 weeks*

Right to take the OPT Model test

Weekly classes with Brazilian instructor

Exclusivo para profissionais da área fitness

OPT - não inclui a certificação internacional

The values are fixed and immutable. Discounts and/or promotions are only for pre-determined periods.

Sports Medicine - OPT

Study whenever you want using all OPT Model content available in Portuguese

12 x R$ 299,79

or BRL 3,997.90 upfront

de 12 x R$ 399,79

100% online

Study at your own pace

4 sections with 14 chapters

More than 45 educational videos and 200 example videos

Practical exam, tests and knowledge checks

Approximately 10 weeks*

Right to take the OPT Model exam twice

Exclusivo para profissionais da área fitness

OPT - não inclui a certificação internacional

Sports Medicine -OPT Premium

Complete package with all content and classes with instructor

12 x R$ 599,80

or R$ 5,997.90 cash

100% online

Study at your own pace

4 sections with 14 chapters

More than 45 educational videos and 200 example videos

Practical exam, tests and knowledge checks

Approximately 15 weeks*

Right to take the OPT Model test

Weekly classes with Brazilian instructor

Exclusivo para profissionais da área fitness

OPT - não inclui a certificação internacional

The values are fixed and immutable. Discounts and/or promotions are only for pre-determined periods.

Testimonials from Athletes and Certified Professionals

Grant Hill - 1

Seven-time NBA All-Star and Hall of Fame

The legendary athlete and basketball icon Grant Hill shares how years of training with professionals from the NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) were fundamental in extending his career by 10 more years, even after being diagnosed with ankle arthritis. Hill highlights the rehabilitation, strengthening, and injury prevention techniques he learned, and how these practices contributed to his longevity in the sport.

DeMarcus Ware - 1

Nine-time NFL Pro Bowler

The renowned NFL athlete, DeMarcus Ware, Super Bowl champion and multiple-time Pro Bowl selection, shares why he chose NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) as his certification of choice. Ware, known for his stellar career and lasting impact on the field, explains how NASM's training complements his commitment to physical excellence and high-level performance.

Trevor Harrison - 1

Performance Coach of Blake Griffin, NBA Star

Blake Griffin's performance coach, one of the most prominent athletes in the NBA, shares valuable tips on how to stand out as a professional in training elite athletes. Based on his experience in developing one of the biggest names in basketball, he reveals essential strategies for achieving success in preparing high-level players in the NBA. The coach gives a lot of credit to the NASM's OPT (Optimum Performance Training) model, highlighting the importance of its flexibility and structure, which he considers essential for maximizing athletes' performance and longevity.

Grant Hill - 2

Seven-time NBA All-Star and Hall of Fame

In this video, legendary basketball player Grant Hill, a seven-time NBA All-Star and Hall of Fame member, shares his insights on the difference between training teams that adopt the NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) system and those that still use older methodologies. Hill, known for his iconic career and resilience on the court, reveals how training with NASM made him feel like a true "Iron Man", highlighting the impact of modern approaches on athlete performance and longevity.

Trevor Harrison - 2

Blake Griffin's Performance Coach, NBA Star

In this video, Blake Griffin's performance coach discusses how NASM's OPT (Optimum Performance Training) model plays a crucial role during the off-season and throughout all phases of an athlete's career. He explains how this structured approach not only helps to optimize performance throughout the year, but is also essential for identifying and preventing injuries, ensuring the longevity and health of elite athletes.

Testimonials from Athletes and Certified Professionals

Grant Hill - 1

Seven-time NBA All-Star and Hall of Fame

The legendary athlete and basketball icon Grant Hill shares how years of training with professionals from the NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) were fundamental in extending his career by 10 more years, even after being diagnosed with ankle arthritis. Hill highlights the rehabilitation, strengthening, and injury prevention techniques he learned, and how these practices contributed to his longevity in the sport.

DeMarcus Ware - 1

Nine-time NFL Pro Bowler

The renowned NFL athlete, DeMarcus Ware, Super Bowl champion and multiple-time Pro Bowl selection, shares why he chose NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) as his certification of choice. Ware, known for his stellar career and lasting impact on the field, explains how NASM's training complements his commitment to physical excellence and high-level performance.

Trevor Harrison - 1

Performance Coach of Blake Griffin, NBA Star

Blake Griffin's performance coach, one of the most prominent athletes in the NBA, shares valuable tips on how to stand out as a professional in training elite athletes. Based on his experience in developing one of the biggest names in basketball, he reveals essential strategies for achieving success in preparing high-level players in the NBA. The coach gives a lot of credit to the NASM's OPT (Optimum Performance Training) model, highlighting the importance of its flexibility and structure, which he considers essential for maximizing athletes' performance and longevity.

Grant Hill - 2

Seven-time NBA All-Star and Hall of Fame

In this video, legendary basketball player Grant Hill, a seven-time NBA All-Star and Hall of Fame member, shares his insights on the difference between training teams that adopt the NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) system and those that still use older methodologies. Hill, known for his iconic career and resilience on the court, reveals how training with NASM made him feel like a true "Iron Man", highlighting the impact of modern approaches on athlete performance and longevity.

Trevor Harrison - 2

Blake Griffin's Performance Coach, NBA Star

In this video, Blake Griffin's performance coach discusses how NASM's OPT (Optimum Performance Training) model plays a crucial role during the off-season and throughout all phases of an athlete's career. He explains how this structured approach not only helps to optimize performance throughout the year, but is also essential for identifying and preventing injuries, ensuring the longevity and health of elite athletes.

Testimonials from Athletes and Certified Professionals

Grant Hill - 1

Seven-time NBA All-Star and Hall of Fame

The legendary athlete and basketball icon Grant Hill shares how years of training with professionals from the NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) were fundamental in extending his career by 10 more years, even after being diagnosed with ankle arthritis. Hill highlights the rehabilitation, strengthening, and injury prevention techniques he learned, and how these practices contributed to his longevity in the sport.

DeMarcus Ware - 1

Nine-time NFL Pro Bowler

The renowned NFL athlete, DeMarcus Ware, Super Bowl champion and multiple-time Pro Bowl selection, shares why he chose NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) as his certification of choice. Ware, known for his stellar career and lasting impact on the field, explains how NASM's training complements his commitment to physical excellence and high-level performance.

Trevor Harrison - 1

Performance Coach of Blake Griffin, NBA Star

Blake Griffin's performance coach, one of the most prominent athletes in the NBA, shares valuable tips on how to stand out as a professional in training elite athletes. Based on his experience in developing one of the biggest names in basketball, he reveals essential strategies for achieving success in preparing high-level players in the NBA. The coach gives a lot of credit to the NASM's OPT (Optimum Performance Training) model, highlighting the importance of its flexibility and structure, which he considers essential for maximizing athletes' performance and longevity.

Grant Hill - 2

Seven-time NBA All-Star and Hall of Fame

In this video, legendary basketball player Grant Hill, a seven-time NBA All-Star and Hall of Fame member, shares his insights on the difference between training teams that adopt the NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) system and those that still use older methodologies. Hill, known for his iconic career and resilience on the court, reveals how training with NASM made him feel like a true "Iron Man", highlighting the impact of modern approaches on athlete performance and longevity.

Trevor Harrison - 2

Blake Griffin's Performance Coach, NBA Star

In this video, Blake Griffin's performance coach discusses how NASM's OPT (Optimum Performance Training) model plays a crucial role during the off-season and throughout all phases of an athlete's career. He explains how this structured approach not only helps to optimize performance throughout the year, but is also essential for identifying and preventing injuries, ensuring the longevity and health of elite athletes.

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