Training Older Adults Based on NASM CPT Textbook & ACE CPT Textbook © 2018 NPTI Colorado  | Slide 1 | Revision 5 (6/05/18) DM

Lecture Objectives Students should be able to: Define and describe age considerations. Describe the characteristics of older adults. Describe how to modify a program for older adult clients.

Exercise and Older Adults Physical activity is essential for adults >65 years By 2030, 1 in 5 Americans will be 65 years old or older Most rapidly growing age group in America

Exercise and Older Adults Typical signs of aging: Graying and loss of hair Loss of height Reduced lean body mass Loss of skin elasticity and associated wrinkles Thickening of nails Changes in eyesight Reduced coordination

Exercise and Older Adults There are also changes in cardiovascular, endocrine, respiratory and musculoskeletal systems So, what exactly happens to the human body as it ages? Video: How does aging affect the body?

Exercise and Older Adults Many, but not all have one or more chronic conditions that vary in type and severity Common forms of degeneration associated with aging: Osteoporosis Arthritis Low back pain Obesity Arteriosclerosis Atherosclerosis Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) 1. Briefly discuss each of the listed forms of “degeneration”.

Exercise and Older Adults 1. Briefly discuss each of the listed forms of “degeneration”.

Exercise and Older Adults

Exercise and Older Adults Degenerative processes associated with aging can lead to a significant reduction in functional capacity: Strength Endurance Cardiorespiratory fitness Proprioceptive neural responses

Exercise and Older Adults One of the most import and and fundamental activities affected by degenerative ageing is walking. The ability or inability to perform ADLs can be measured: Bathing Eating Housekeeping Leisure activities

Exercise and Older Adults It has been demonstrated that the decreased functional capacity of older adults can be slowed or reversed. Before initiating an exercise program: Initial Consultation Forms Movement Assessments Senior Fitness Test Silver Sneakers.com You can learn about the “Senior Fitness Test” battery here: http://www.icaa.cc/1-Organizationalmember/member-wellness-programming/member-programmanagement/measuringfunctionalfitness2.pdf

Exercise and Older Adults Older adults, with or without other chronic conditions respond to exercise much the same way as apparently healthy younger adults. SMR and static stretching are advised for this population. Simple forms of active-isolated or dynamic stretching can be recommended as part of the warm-up process. Video: Stretching exercises while seated

Exercise and Older Adults Cardiorespiratory training: Stage I or Stage II Be aware of medications Monitor closely Progress slowly

Exercise and Older Adults Resistance training: Start with Level 1 – Phase 1 training (stabilization) Progress slowly Safety first Precise technique

Exercise and Older Adults

Exercise and Older Adults Review Table

Get Certified! ACE Senior Fitness Specialty Certification 1. Review the guidelines found in Table

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