The International Fitness and Bodybuilding Federation (IFBB) Academy in Dubai recently hosted a specialized Fitness Challenge course at the AB Fitness Gym. The event drew a significant turnout of athletes and fitness enthusiasts, alongside key leadership figures, including the Academy’s chairman, Retired Colonel Abdulkarim Mohammed Saeed, and Academy Director Dr. Waleed Abdulkarim.
Leading the sessions was Professor Maurício de Arruda Campos, President of the Brazilian Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation and Chairman of the IFBB Scientific Committee. Over the course of the two-day program, held on Friday and Saturday, participants engaged with a curriculum covering human physiology, healthy sports culture, and the design and evaluation of training programs. The training also addressed practical applications, including warm-up and cool-down protocols, as well as methods for enhancing strength, endurance, and overall athletic performance through a 24-minute training framework.
Reflecting on the Academy’s progress, Retired Colonel Abdulkarim Mohammed Saeed noted that the institution has spent the last 11 years establishing a high educational standard for coaches. He expressed confidence that the enthusiasm displayed by participants indicates a strong potential for them to pursue successful international professional careers. The course concluded with the distribution of internationally accredited certificates issued by the IFBB headquarters in Spain.
Professor Maurício emphasized that integrating science, nutrition, and precise assessment techniques is vital for success, noting that these principles are applicable far beyond the scope of bodybuilding. He stressed that the primary objective of these methodologies is not only to boost performance but also to mitigate injury risks. By creating a safer training environment, athletes can sustain their health and remain active well into their later years, a trend he highlighted by pointing to the success of Masters categories featuring competitors over 60 and 70.
Dr. Waleed Abdulkarim lauded the Academy’s ongoing efforts to qualify coaches using the latest scientific advancements. He remarked that the quality and relevance of the content provided allow coaches to implement more effective training programs for their clients. According to Dr. Waleed, the high standard of education maintained by the IFBB Dubai Academy is a significant asset to the UAE fitness community.
Looking ahead, Dr. Waleed expressed optimism that these educational initiatives will yield tangible results in the competitive arena. He stated that the development of highly qualified coaches will directly translate into improved performances and top-tier placements for athletes in international competitions, further cementing the Academy’s role as a leader in sports education. The report also notes that since the Academy was established around 11 years ago, we have successfully trained coaches to a very good educational standard, he said: “Over the past years. The report also notes that pointing to Masters categories, which include athletes over 60 and 70 who maintain g, he added that scientific advancements have contributed to improving athletes’ health and their ability to remain active into older age. The report also notes that the interest and passion we witnessed during this course confirm their desire to develop their abilities. The report also notes that therefore, it is essential to maintain a high level of performance while providing a safe environment for athletes so they can continue practicing sports while maintaining good health.”. The report also notes that pointing to Masters categories, which include athletes over 60 and 70 who maintain good levels of health and fitness, he added that scientific advancements have contributed to improving athletes’ health and their ability to remain active into older age.
