TexFit 2025: Full Schedule

3:30pm PST

Jump, Move, Thrive: Plyometrics for Every Stage of Life

Friday February 21, 2025 3:30pm - 4:20pm PST

This session is designed to help you program plyometrics for all ages. You will learn the importance of plyometrics and how they can benefit different age groups. Enhancing these skills in clients, can create a better physical independence as we age. You will also learn how to incorporate these movements into your fitness programs.

Speakers

Emilee Spridgen

Texas Tech University

My name is Emilee and I am a Sophomore, Nutrition major at Texas Tech. I currently oversee the personal training program as a student supervisor and am the lead trainer in our Pilates reformer Personal Training Program at Tech. I have been a trainer since I graduated high school and... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 3:30pm - 4:20pm PST
Mat Room

Workout and Lecture

9:00am PST

The Power of Tabata Training: The History and Taste of the Most Popular HIIT

Saturday February 22, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PST

Mat Room

Learn where the Tabata format came from in its true form and why it is so popular. Then, try a sample taste of a Tabata class.

Speakers

Shannon Briggs

Owner, Created for More PT LLC

Shannon is a multi-passionate fitness professional and educator who helps Collegiate Fitness/Wellness Directors fill in the GAPS. She brings over 30 years of experience in the dance and fitness industry, which has fueled a long, fulfilling career in Movement. Shannon leads continuing... Read More →

Saturday February 22, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PST
Mat Room

Workout and Lecture

10:00am PST

Stretch - Restore - Recover

Saturday February 22, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PST

Mat Room

Recovery & Wellness has become the new buzz word and one of the hottest trends in the industry today. There are many tools to aid active recovery. Learn some of the best techniques of SMR using easy to find equipment (Foam Rollers, Tennis/Lacrosse Balls, Stretch Straps) and see how you can pair rolling & trigger point therapy with stretching for a match made in ‘mobility’ heaven. Time to add recovery to your routine!

Speakers

Karen Behrend

Fitness Educator/ Master Trainer, Marathon Fitness

Karen has her Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology and a Bachelors degree in physical education/community health from the University of Houston. She holds certifications from ACE, AEA, SCW, Spinning, PowerHouse Pilates, Les Mills, YMCA Organizational Leader, and is a Master Trainer... Read More →

Saturday February 22, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PST
Mat Room

Workout

11:00am PST

Core Conversations: Strengthening Your Message and Your Midsection! LIMITED

Saturday February 22, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am PST

Mat Room

In this presentation, I’ll merge my academic background with my passion for fitness to explore the cognitive and psychological aspects of group fitness instruction. As fitness professionals, we know that creating a positive, impactful environment is crucial for success—but how often do we consider the psychology behind our interactions, cueing, and mental focus? We’ll dive into the psychological dynamics of group fitness using communication theories, exploring how instructors’ cues are perceived and how participants mentally engage with them. Understanding this communication gap will provide valuable insights into improving the class experience for both sides. Next, we’ll look at how effective communication enhances the mind-to-muscle connection. By focusing on psychological awareness and the ability to connect mentally with specific muscles, participants can boost strength and overall performance. This section will show how instructors can guide that mental focus to maximize results. Finally, we’ll discuss the broader importance of functional training—not just for physical fitness, but for mental well-being. This is where the magic happens: when the psychological benefits and functional movements translate into real-life improvements that keep participants engaged and coming back.

Speakers

Lexie Baca

Texas A&M University

My name is Lexie Baca, and I am currently a Junior majoring in Communications at Texas A&M University. In addition to my studies, I work as a group fitness instructor at the Texas A&M Recreation Center, where I teach a variety of classes, including cycle, core, body blaster, and boxing... Read More →

Saturday February 22, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am PST
Mat Room

Workout and Lecture

1:30pm PST

The Power of Music in Yoga LIMITED

Saturday February 22, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm PST

Mat Room

In this session, we will explore the impact music has on the mind and body in the context of yoga. We will learn about the physiological effects of music on the brain, brain-wave activity, and how it influences relaxation activation. We will dive into how calming music with the best tempo, rhythm and sound can help guide a deep state of mindfulness and relaxation to yield a successful yoga practice. We will end the session with a vinyasa yoga flow highlighting what was learned followed by a short reflection.

Speakers

Francesca Breitenfeld

Group Fitness Instructor, Texas A&M University

My name in Francesca Breitenfeld and I am a group fitness instructor in the fitness and wellness department of recreational sports at Texas A&M Univeristy. I have been teaching group fitness classes for over 2 years while pursuing a degree In biomedical science with a minor in ps... Read More →

Saturday February 22, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm PST
Mat Room

Workout and Lecture