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Continuing Education

Mindful Stress Management

Stress is part of life. Now managing it can be, too. Mindful Stress Management is a self-paced course designed to help you handle everyday stress in a healthier, more sustainable way. Developed by NASM wellness experts, this course provides simple, science-backed tools you can put to use immediately – including guided audio sessions, gentle movement flows, printable worksheets, and everyday techniques that fit into your real routine.

Whether you need quick relief or you're ready to build long-term habits, this course gives you the support to respond instead of react. So you can start feeling more like yourself again. One moment at a time.

  • Recognize and Respond to Stress: Learn how to spot signs of stress early and unlock simple techniques to ease tension in the moment

  • Build Sustainable Habits: Develop routines that support your well-being long term, without overhauling your life

  • Use Mindfulness to Avoid Burnout: Explore how mindful breathing, body awareness, and daily movement can reduce stress and support mental clarity

  • Support Your Body and Mind: Understand the connection between physical tension and emotional stress, and how to work with both

  • Take Tools With You: Use guided audio, downloadable worksheets, and flexible techniques you can revisit anytime, anywhere

  • CEU Value: 0.4 NASM, 4 AFAA

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Dr. Jamie Tartar, PhD, serves as Professor and Chair for the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at Nova Southeastern University (NSU), College of Psychology. With a distinguished career in neuroscience, psychology, and sleep medicine, Dr. Tartar offers profound insights into stress responses and their impact on overall health.

Christina Resasco, E-RYT 500®, RYT-500®, RCYT®, RPYT®, YACEP®, is a seasoned expert in yoga and mindfulness practices, bringing a wealth of experience in promoting holistic wellness and stress management. Her credentials reflect a deep commitment to teaching and empowering individuals through evidence-based mindfulness techniques.

Together, Christina Resasco and Dr. Jamie Tartar combine their expertise to deliver a comprehensive and scientifically grounded approach to understanding and managing stress effectively, making them leaders in the field of wellness education.

NASM has 35+ years of experience training the world’s top fitness and wellness professionals and sharing best-in-class knowledge with anyone interested in health and wellness. NASM credentials and educational experiences distinguish you as highly trained with an education ranked best in its field.

Since our formation, we’ve trained over 1.5 million fitness professionals in 100+ countries and shared our knowledge with countless fitness enthusiasts. If you’re a fitness professional, we’ve also developed extensive partnerships with over 14,000+ gyms and health clubs so you can gain employment from the fitness company of your dreams.

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CURRICULUM

The Mindful Stress Management course requires no prerequisites for enrollment. It is tailored for individuals interested in enhancing their personal health and well-being, as well as for fitness and wellness professionals who wish to acquire knowledge and skills to better support their clients in managing stress effectively.

This chapter focuses on identifying and implementing methods for immediate stress relief. It introduces practical techniques such as journaling, intention setting, and breathing exercises to help manage acute stressors like anxiety, fatigue, and insomnia.

Through movement practices and mindfulness exercises, you’ll learn to respond to stress with calmness and clarity, transforming immediate challenges into manageable experiences.

In this chapter, you’ll explore the body's response to stress through an evolutionary lens, gaining insight into the autonomic nervous system and the stress response systems. The chapter covers the physical, mental, and emotional effects of both acute and chronic stress, highlighting the importance of understanding these processes to effectively manage stress. By examining the impact of stress on the body, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge to recognize and address stressors in your life.

This chapter emphasizes the importance of developing a sustainable, long-term stress management practice to maintain overall well-being. It explains the rationale behind incorporating movement, breath, and mindfulness practices into daily routines and offers tools and methods for each.

Additionally, the chapter explores other stress management strategies, such as nutrition, social relationships, and environmental factors, providing a comprehensive approach to ongoing stress maintenance.

MINDFUL STRESS MANAGEMENT FAQS

NASM’s Mindful Stress Management is a wellness-focused program designed for anyone interested in exploring and improving their relationship with stress. It examines stress as an integral part of our lives and provides tools to help individuals become more intentional in managing stress for enhanced well-being.

With no prerequisites for enrollment, this course is accessible to all learners, whether they are seeking personal growth or looking to expand their professional skillset in the fitness and wellness industry.

This course is delivered completely online and can be accessed at your convenience any time over the 5-year period following the date of enrollment.

You will have five (5) years from the day of enrollment to complete the course. You can return at any time during that 5-year period to revisit any of the course content.

There is no final exam associated with Mindful Stress Management. A certificate of completion will be provided to you once you have reviewed the coursework in entirety (completed all pageviews). Progress can be checked via the course dashboard in your course materials.

NASM Mindful Stress Management is approved for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) by the following organizations:

  • NASM Approved

    0.4 CEUs

  • AFAA Approved

    4 CEUs

No, you do not need to renew your NASM Mindful Stress Management coursework. It is neither a certification nor a specialization.

The course includes complimentary access to a variety of downloadable resources, such as guided audio exercises and worksheets, designed to enhance your learning experience.

If you have any additional questions about this course, check out the NASM FAQ page or contact us today 1-800-460-6276!