physical fitness in special populations by: chelsey taggart for: mr.cone technology and assessment
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Physical Fitness in Special Populations
By: Chelsey TaggartFor: Mr.Cone
Technology and Assessment
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What are Special Populations?•Those afflicted by chronic or temporary
health conditions •For example:
Mental/Physical Disabilities Older Adults Children Cancer Patients
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What Needs to be Taken Into Consideration?•Physical Fitness •Physical Capabilities •Mental Capacity
Getting big!
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A workout with an individual with special needs will differ from a normal routine. Typical adjustments include: •Lower intensity •Stronger focus on range of motion •Slower progression •Lower weights
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Who can Lead Fitness?
•Anyone can administer fitness but it is best to have experience and first aid training when working with special populations.
•American Red Cross Information
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Examples of Professionals
•People that may lead exercise programs: Certified Personal Trainer Registered Nurse GetFIT manager Doctor
Remember: Without proper credentials and paperwork you may be liable for any accidents or injuries that may occur.
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How to Become a Personal Trainer
Sign up Take test
Begin training!
Study
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•Anyone can become a personal trainer but it’s ideal to have some background in the health field
•To become certified you must pass a lengthy and difficult test
•Several certified organizations administer different exams ranging in difficulty and level of prestige
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Different Personal Training Organizations
•ACE Most well respected $399 for exam $599 for study program
Remember: Always shop around for what program and prices work best for you!
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Different Personal Training Organizations
•NASM Well Respected $599 for exam $999 for study program
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Programs
There are many organizations, both local and national, that provide exercise programs to those with special needs.
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•GetFIT Run out of Rowan University this program
provides personal trainers and individualized workout programs for those with a variety of developmental and physical disabilities
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Rowan GetFIT
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•Silver SneakersProgram designed for seniors that provides
gym access, specialized classes and support groups for those looking to increase their activity level with little to no cost
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Silver Sneakers
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•Autism Speaks Organize walks, swims and sports clinics
for children suffering from AutismUse profits from events to fund research
on the disease
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Autism Speaks
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Ways You Can Get Involved Now•Special Olympics
Volunteering with the Special Olympics requires zero previous experience
Summer games held in Ewing, New Jersey
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•Special Needs Athletic Programs (SNAP)This program provides camps and
afterschool athletic programs for children with autism and other special needs.
Volunteers needed to coach camps and raise awareness. No experience necessary
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