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Course
Objectives
Overall
objective:
To instruct already certified and experienced
personal trainers so they
are able to build upon their existing knowledge and skill to safely and
effectively work with the ever-growing senior population, and more
specifically
teach the trainer to:
- Learn and appreciate how the aging
process impacts the organ systems,
as well as understand the risk factors associated with chronic diseases.
- Identify dietary changes that may
be needed as a result of aging, and
also recognize how diet is related to the different chronic diseases
that become
more apparent as people grow older.
- Gain knowledge of safe and
effective training techniques for the older
adult, including guidelines specific to older adult flexibility,
endurance and
strength training.
- Be aware of and be capable of
conducting comprehensive senior health
assessment and fitness testing procedures.
- Understand chronic diseases and be
able to design and modify programs
for clients with specific chronic diseases.
- Identify with what motivates the
older adult and discover how to create
an age friendly environment.
- Become skilled at finding and
appealing to senior clients, in addition
to discovering ways to build your credibility and establish yourself as
an
expert in the field of senior fitness.
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