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Contributors | |
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Preface | |
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Acknowledgments | |
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Overview of Aging and Physical Activity | |
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The Field of Gerokinesiology | |
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Demographics of Older Adults | |
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Benefits of Physical Activity | |
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Defining Old Age | |
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Gerokinesiology: A New Field of Study | |
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Curriculum Development | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Predictors of Successful Aging | |
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Biological Theories of Aging | |
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Psychological Theories of Aging | |
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Sociological Theories of Aging | |
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Physical Activity As a Determinant of Successful Aging | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Psychological and Sociocultural Aspects of Physical Activity for Older Adults | |
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Aging Stereotypes | |
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Physical Activity, Psychological Well-Being, and Quality of Life | |
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Social Implications of Regular Physical Activity | |
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Promoting Physical Activity | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Physiological Aspects of Aging | |
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Cardiovascular and Respiratory Function | |
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Muscle Function | |
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Joint Mobility | |
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Bone Mass | |
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Neurological Function | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Screening, Assessment, and Goal Setting | |
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Preexercise and Health Screening | |
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Preexercise Screening | |
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Screening Steps | |
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Additional Screening Tools | |
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Implications for Program Design and Management | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Field-Based Physical and Mobility Assessments | |
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Functional Fitness Framework | |
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Considerations for Test Selection and Evaluation | |
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Recommended Assessment Tools | |
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Guidelines for Group Testing | |
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Interpreting Test Results | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Laboratory-Based Physiological Assessment of Older Adults | |
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Cardiorespiratory Function | |
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Muscular Strength | |
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Body Composition | |
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Balance | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Goal Setting and Behavioral Management | |
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Factors Influencing Older Adults' Exercise Participation | |
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Strategies for Behavior Change | |
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Physically Active Lifestyles | |
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Implications for Program Design and Management | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Core Program Principles and Training Methods | |
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A New Approach to Designing Exercise Programs for Older Adults | |
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Heterogeneity of Older Adults | |
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Optimizing Physical Function Through Exercise | |
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Exercise Principles for Program Design | |
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Specific Exercise Principles for Older Adults | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Principles of the Warm-Up and Cool-Down | |
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Physiological Changes Associated With Warm-Up | |
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Physiological Changes Associated With Cool-Down | |
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Guiding Principles of the Warm-Up | |
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Developing the Warm-Up | |
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Developing the Cool-Down | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Flexibility Training | |
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Age-Associated Changes in Flexibility | |
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Types of Stretching Techniques | |
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Incorporating Flexibility Training Into the Exercise Program | |
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Examples of Flexibility Exercises | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Resistance Training | |
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Benefits of Resistance Training | |
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Principles of Resistance Training | |
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Training Components and Variables | |
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Resistance Training for Older Adults | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Aerobic Endurance Training | |
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Benefits of Aerobic Endurance Training for Older Adults | |
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Principles and Considerations for Aerobic Endurance Training | |
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Variables for Aerobic Endurance Training | |
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Types of Aerobic Exercises | |
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Training Precautions | |
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Implications for Program Design and Management | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Balance and Mobility Training | |
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Age-Associated Changes in Balance and Mobility | |
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Balance and Mobility Exercises | |
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Manipulating the Challenge in a Group Setting | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Specialty Programs and Training Methods | |
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Mind-Body Exercise Training | |
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Mindful Exercise | |
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Mind-Body Exercise Programs | |
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Implications for Program Design and Management | |
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Mindful Exercise Precautions | |
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Yoga and Tai Chi Teacher Training Resources | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Aquatic Training | |
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Benefits of Aquatic Exercise | |
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Considerations Unique to Aquatic Exercise | |
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Aquatic Training Components | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Training Master Athletes | |
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Master Athletes | |
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Principles of Training | |
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Components of Master Athlete Training Programs | |
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Training Precautions | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Program Design, Leadership, and Risk Management | |
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Applying Motor Learning Principles to Program Design | |
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Nervous System Changes and Motor Skill Learning | |
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Movement Analysis of Skills | |
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Motor Learning Principles for the Physical Activity Instructor | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Teaching and Leadership Skills | |
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Teaching Skills | |
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Leadership Skills | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Designing and Managing Group Conditioning Classes | |
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Key Principles of Group Dynamics | |
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Making Group Activity Fun | |
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Records Management | |
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Marketing Considerations | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Exercise Considerations for Medical Conditions | |
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Cardiovascular Conditions | |
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Pulmonary Disorders | |
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Diabetes | |
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Musculoskeletal Conditions | |
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Neurological and Cognitive Conditions | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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Legal Standards, Risk Management, and Professional Ethics | |
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The Law and the Physical Activity Instructor | |
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A Risk Management Plan | |
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Ethical Guidelines for the Physical Activity Instructor | |
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Summary | |
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Key Terms | |
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Recommended Readings | |
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Study Questions | |
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Application Activities | |
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International Curriculum Guidelines for Preparing Physical Activity Instructors of Older Adults, in Collaboration With the Aging and Life Course, World Health Organization | |
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Professional Ethics for Personal Fitness Trainers | |
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Professional Ethics for Group Fitness Trainers | |
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Study Questions Answer Key | |
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References | |
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Index | |
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About the Editors | |