Exercise Adaptations for 50+ Seniors & Beyond CPD Accredited

Partner: Udemy
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Description: “The afternoon knows what the morning never suspected.” - Robert FrostLife expectancy is set to rise into the late 80s in the West over the coming decade with one in five people over 65.  By 2030, it is estimated that almost 25% of the population will be over the age of 65 years.  If we can remain active and enjoy good health, living longer can be a very enjoyable time of life.  Being active can prevent, reverse or help manage many age-related conditions and being fit and healthy will help us live happily and independently well into old age.As a health, fitness and wellbeing professional, you are perfectly placed to help the older adult do just that:-The benefits to the client are better health, mobility and quality of lifeThe benefits to the professional is a growing client base and career longevityIf you work with this special population, it's essential that you understand How aging affects the body from the internal organs and skin to the skeletal system, sleep and endocrine systemThe common age-related conditions you are likely to encounter, for example, diabetes, osteoporosis, back pain, heart disease, pelvic organ problems, depression and arthritisThe extra benefits that exercise offers to the older adultWhat type of exercise is safest and most usefulHow to adapt movement to meet the limitationsThe possible barriers to exercise you may need to overcomeThis course is aimed at the health, fitness and wellbeing professional to equip you with the skills required to safely and successfully work with the 50+ senior population.  It is one of the most rewarding experiences you will have during your career.  The course includes:Anatomy & physiology of Aging: what happens to the body through the decadesThe benefits and barriers: understanding
Category: Health & Fitness > Fitness > Fitness
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Price: 39.99
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