Training the Over 50s: developing programmes for older clients

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Training the Over 50s: developing programmes for older clients
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Sue Griffin
SeriesFitness Professionals
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:176
Dimensions(mm): Height 230,Width 189
Category/GenreSports training and coaching
ISBN/Barcode 9780713672015
ClassificationsDewey:613.70446
Audience
General
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations B/w photos/pics

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Publication Date 22 February 2006
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Fitness Professionals: Training the Over 50s is the definitive handbook for any fitness professional who works with older adults. The 50 plus age range is one of the fastest growing groups of regular gym goers and they are increasingly turning to personal trainers and fitness instructors for guidance. This practical book - written with the latest professional standards on the subject in mind - covers: the relationship between fitness and ageing - the components of fitness and their use with different age groups training adults with chronic conditions - the common conditions effecting older adults and the implications for training designing individual programmes - the questions to ask the client and the necessary modifications and adaptations to exercises.

Author Biography

Sue Griffin is a Health Promotions Consultant who specialises in developing seniors' programmes. She is currently involved in setting up the UK arm of the International Council for Active Ageing.