CEUs–NASM: 0.2; AFAA: 2.0; ISSA: 3.0; NCCPT: 0.2; ACSM: 2.0

New research indicates that resistance training can increase life expectancy in as much as 46% of an aging population. Muscular development and maintenance often goes ignored. Going hand-in-hand with cardiovascular, balance and stretch exercises, it is an option that can deliver amazing results that gives more quantity AND quality of life via improved movement and functioning. Lifting weights has been linked to a 19% reduced risk of death. This course will show the fitness professional how to safely engage aging populations in resistance training that will give them the ability to live a longer and more engaged life.

Co-Founder and CEO FitFixNow Jane Curth

Professor Curth has taught college for over 20 years, has presented at 18 local and national conferences and is an ACE certified trainer with many senior clients, including coaches of corporate executives.

Course curriculum

    1. Basic Course Information

    1. Introduction

    1. Importance of Resistance Training

    1. Musculoskeletal System Basics

    2. Musculoskeletal System Aging

    1. FITT

    2. Strength and Power/RT Guidelines/Equipment

    1. Injury Prevention

About this course

  • $20.00
  • 16 lessons
  • 2 hours of video content