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Description

Aging is inevitable, but exercise can offset some of the negative effects of getting older. Explore the benefits of exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle for older adults, focusing on cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal, and cognitive concerns. Improve your effectiveness as a group exercise instructor for this growing population with tips to provide quality classes in a professional, yet understanding and compassionate, manner.

You must complete 100% of this course within one (1) year after purchase to receive CECs.

  • You will receive 10 CECs towards AEA Certification Renewal . Your CECs will NOT automatically be entered into your CEC Tracking file. After 100% completion you will receive an email with CEC Form that you can use to track CECs under My Account on AEA website.

  • You must receive an 80% score to pass. You can repeat the quiz until you pass at no additional cost.

  • For material delivered online, you must request a refund within 5 days after purchase. No refunds are made for online education programs if the CEC quiz has been accessed.

Author

Dr. Karl Knopf

Dr. Karl Knopf has been involved in health and fitness for over 45 years, working in almost every aspect of the industry – from personal trainer and therapist to consultant. While at Foothill College, he was the Director of the Fitness Therapy Program, a teacher of adaptive PE, and recognized with several awards for teaching excellence. For 15 years, Dr. Knopf served as the President and Founder of Fitness Educators Of Older Adults. He has authored many articles, has written over 20 books, and has been a frequent guest on the Sit and Be Fit television show.

Course curriculum

    1. Exercise and Longevity

    2. Theories on Aging

    3. Physiology of Aging

    4. Summary

    1. How Exercise Influences the Aging Process

    2. Exercise and the Cardiorespiratory System

    3. Exercise and the Musculoskeletal System

    4. Exercise and Mental Capacity

    5. Summary

    1. Instructor Skills

    2. Constructive Communication

    3. Teaching the Mature Participant

    4. Motivation and Adherence

    5. Summary

    6. References

    1. Take Your Final Quiz

About this course

  • $120.00
  • 16 lessons
  • 0 hours of video content