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12+
Hours of Content
Modules
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Students
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About Course
Metabolic Calculations for Physiotherapists is a comprehensive mini-course designed to empower you with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to apply core metabolic principles in real-world clinical and fitness scenarios.
From understanding the body's energy systems to mastering key calculations, this program will enable you to confidently interpret physiological data and create effective, data-driven exercise prescriptions for your clients. Whether you're working with weight management, cardiac rehabilitation, sports performance, or general fitness clients, this course transforms complex metabolic math into simple, applicable formulas you'll use every single day.
Key Learning Pillars:
1) Physiological Insights — Decode how the body generates and uses energy through ATP, oxygen consumption, and metabolic pathways during various activities
2) Clinical Tools — Master METs classification, energy expenditure estimation, and metabolic assessments that inform evidence-based treatment decisions
3) Practical Math — Learn essential unit conversions, BMR/TDEE calculations, and weight management formulas with step-by-step clarity
4) Real-World Application — Apply metabolic calculations to walking, running, cycling, and swimming protocols for accurate exercise prescription.
Course Content
ATP - The Body's Energy Currency
VO₂, Oxygen Consumption & Energy Systems
METs & Their Applications in Clinical Practice
Energy Value of Food & Macronutrient Contributions
Unit Conversions & Key Conversion Factors
Fundamental Weight-Management Calculations (BMR, TDEE, Caloric Balance)
Practical Energy Calculations for Walking, Running, Cycling & Swimming
Clinical Case Applications & Exercise Prescription Integration
Videos
20+ focused video lessons with worked examples, calculation demonstrations, and clinical scenarios.
Article
Complete course manual with formula sheets, conversion tables, practice problems, and quick-reference guides
Meet the Instructor
Dr. Chinmay Dode PT
MPT Cardio Respiratory Sciences
Dr. Chinmay Dode (PT) is a highly respected physiotherapist with a passion for simplifying complex physiological concepts.
As a recognized expert in the field, he has dedicated his career to bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. Dr. Dode's teaching style is focused on making challenging topics like metabolic calculations accessible and intuitive, ensuring that every participant leaves with the confidence to apply these skills directly in their professional practice. His ability to break down intimidating mathematical concepts into simple, memorable formulas has transformed how thousands of physiotherapists approach exercise prescription and metabolic assessment in their daily clinical work.
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