Self Efficacy Self Efficacy takes on a central role in Bandura’s social cognitive theory. Self Efficacy is a product of: Expectations – perceived the ability to achieve a certain behaviour …
Using SMART Goals S – Specific – exact statement of what is to be improved M – Measurable – numerical value attached if possible A – Achievable – challenge but …
Below are basic guidelines for exercise prescription for the older adult: Warm-up 10 -20mins of rhythmical continuous aerobic movement Can be done seated or standing Focus on large muscle groups …
General Programming Considerations Clients need to self-identify tasks and activities of daily living they feel are important Improvement in the execution of tasks can be used to determine progress Group …
Strength Training ‘Growing Stronger‘ Division of Nutrition and Physical Activity Centers for Disease Control and Prevention USA Provide a booklet with programs, screening, goal setting, exercise descriptions and monitoring sheets. …
Welcome to Personal Trainer’s Toolkit: Developing Fitness Programs for Older People! On successful completion of this course you will be able to: Explain the physical activity guidelines recommended for older …
Medications Age and disease can result in changes in pharmacokinetics – the time it takes to absorb, distribute, metabolise and excrete drugs These can also cause different effects on cellular …
Fall Prevention: Cause and Risk Factors In Older Adults Falls occur due to an underlying cause or risk factor Falls are linked to the physical condition and/or a medical problem …
Testing is an important part of the screening process as it gives one an accurate picture of fitness, an indication of appropriate starting intensities, a baseline for goal setting and …
Pre-screening for Older Adults Rapport is a feeling of understanding – eye contact, speaking at an appropriate pace, ensuring client comfort, seating position between trainer/client, greetings, introduction (handshake etc.), access …
Physical Effects of Ageing Height Loss Vertebral compression Changes in discs Muscle tone loss Postural slump 1cm per decade- 40-50’s Accelerates after 60, greater loss in women Decrease in physical …
Chronic Condition Considerations As humans age, the risk of chronic conditions increases. It should be noted, that if an older adult has one chronic condition they are at an increased …
Elderly patients are at risk of multiple chronic diseases but here is a list of common health conditions associated with advancing age. Considerations for a Long Term Health Condition As …