Baby Boomers and Beyond (ages 45-62+)!

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The SrFit Workshop presents recent research and practical recommendations for safely and productively replacing muscle, recharging metabolism and reducing fat for enhanced health and fitness as well as lowered risk of heart disease, diabetes, colon cancer, osteoporosis, back pain, arthritis and depression. The focus is sensible strength training for Baby Boomers and Beyond (ages 45-62+), progressing from foundational to fundamental to functional exercises, all performed in accordance with well-researched training protocols consistent with ACSM guidelines. In addition, time will be reserved for questions. The Senior Fitness Test (Rikkli and Jones, Human Kinetics) will be reviewed over a working lunch. Attendees will take home the SrFit program package to study at their own pace and earn 20-24 hours of CEU credit from their certification organizations after completion of an online test at a future date of their choice. SrFit Program Course materials: 330 page manual, 60 page study guide, 2 1/2 hour DVD set featuring Wayne Westcott and a one hour audio CD featuring Tammy Petersen and her husband Mark, a geriatrician. The online exam, which requires a passing score of 80% to earn CEU credit, is also included. Additionally, a wealth of information (more than 300pages) is provided in cooperation with the National Institute on Aging, which is one of the 27 Institutes and Centers of the National Institutes of Health (www.nih.gov/nia). This material is accessible through a "virtual appendix" in printable pdf file format. This NIA material is also provided in Spanish. SrFit qualifies for the following continuing education credits: ACE 2.0 (ACSM accepts ACE CECs) BOC (NATA) 24.0 COOPER 20.00 ISSA 20.00 NASM 2.00 NESTA 2.00 NSCA CC (NSCA CSCS, CPT) 2.00 SFA 20.00 SCW 15.0 WITS 20.00 YMCA of the USA accepts CECs that are approved by ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NDEITA, NSCA, ISCA, and NASM. (Note that ACE CECs are preceded by a decimal point, and .3 ACE CECs are equivalent to 3 YMCA CECs.) YMCA staff who complete the SrFit course can download the Certification Renewal Form by visiting the YExchange website at: www.ymcaexchange.org/front/programs/health/Training/hf_cert_form04_2004-04-08.aspx 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 (Baby Boomers and beyond—ages 45 to 62+), and more specifically teach the trainer to: 1. Learn and appreciate how the aging process impacts the organ systems, as well as understand the risk factors associated with chronic diseases. 2. 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.
3. Gain knowledge of safe and effective training techniques for the older adult, including guidelines specific to older adult flexibility, endurance and strength training. 4. Be aware of and be capable of conducting comprehensive senior health assessment and fitness testing procedures. 5. Understand chronic diseases and be able to design and modify programs for clients with specific chronic diseases. 6. Identify with what motivates the older adult and discover how to create an age friendly environment. 7. Become skilled at finding and appealing to senior clients, in addition to discovering ways to build credibility and become established as an expert in the field of senior fitness. Endorsements The book is very easy to read and it is packed with useful information, especially updated Internet resource center. The author did a great job of explaining medical terms in lay person’s language. I am sure professionals in senior fitness will buy this book to add to their library. Kazuko Aoyagi, Ph.D., CPT Heath and Fitness consultant and lecturer President of KazPersonalFitness Princeton, New Jersey My name is Richard Barry. I am 69 years old. I have been a certified personal trainer since 2001. Because of my age and physical appearance, I was approached the owner/trainer of my local gym to help with the seniors in his gym. I was only willing to help if I could receive more training about seniors and how to help them. I realize how much more informed I am using the SrFit program. The ability to take the SrFit program on my computer is a great benefit to me because I am hearing impaired and find classes difficult. Taking the test on line is very easy to do and I got my results immediately. I am very pleased with this program and recommend it to everyone. Thank you for the great program. Richard Barry, CPT Chickamauga, Georgia Tammy Petersen’s SrFit program manual provides readers with a solid resource on older adult exercise training that nicely blends scientific research with practical application. The SrFit manual is user-friendly and will appeal to both novice and seasoned health and fitness professionals. This manual will be a welcomed addition to the library of any individual working in the specialty area of senior fitness.
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