Essential Older Adult
Course
Why Is Physical Activity Such a Big Deal?
Regular exercise and physical activity
are important to the physical and mental health of almost everyone, including older adults. This workshop will give you some tips and guidance when working with older clients.
Here is the course outline:
1. IntroductionAre you interested in the Older Adult course? Are you currently teaching older adult classes and want to refresh your skills? Then this is the workshop for you. Read a chapter, do a quiz entirely online |
2. Get ReadyThis chapter talks about the why of exercise and physical activity. |
3. Get SetThis chapter guides you on getting organized and reviewing your current activity. |
4. Go!This chapter is all about the how. This guide will offer tips to help you get started. |
5. Sample ExercisesIn this chapter, we will discuss endurance, strength, balance and flexibility. |
6. How Am I DoingA way to measure progress |
7. Healthy EatingTips for healthy eating, drinking enough fluids and eating out. |
8. Keep GoingActivity logs, goal setting and so much more is covered in this chapter. |