As the older adult population increases, so does the demand for fitness professionals who understand the capabilities and special needs of seniors with illnesses, disabilities, chronic disorders, and sedentary lifestyles. Exercise for Frail Elders, Second Edition, is the only exercise fitness guidebook that focuses on working with frail elders and adults with special conditions. It is an invaluable resource for improving functional fitness, maintaining aspects of independent living, and enhancing quality of life.
With Exercise for Frail Elders, Second Edition, readers will gain a deeper understanding of 14 medical conditions common to older adults, how these conditions may affect participants' ability to perform activities of daily living, and what exercises can help them maintain and increase functional fitness. This book focuses on special needs stemming from conditions including arthritis, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, orthopedic issues, ost
Table of Contents
Part I Planning a Successful Exercise Program for Frail Elders and Adults With Special Needs
Chapter 1. The Participants: Know Their Individual Needs
Frailty and Special Needs in Older Adults
Common Medical Disorders and Special Needs
Summary
Review Questions
Chapter 2. The Exercise Program: Make It Motivating, Safe, and Effective
Wellness and the Wellness Model as a Tree
Make It Motivating
Make It Safe
Make It Effective
Summary
Review Questions
Chapter 3. The Leader: Tips and Strategies for Success
Creating a Sense of Fun and Community
How to Set Up a Group Exercise Class
Opening Your Exercise Class
Leading Your Exercise Class
Closing Your Exercise Class
Summary
Review Questions
Part II. Implementing an Exercise Program for Frail Elders and Adults With Special Needs
Chapter 4. Warm-Up: Posture, Breathing, Range-of-Motion, and Stretching Exercises
Safety Precautions
Guidelines
Basic Seated Warm-Up Exercises
Basic Standing Warm-Up Exercises
Variations and Progression
Summary
Review Questions
Illustrated Range-of-Motion Instruction
Chapter 5. Resistance Training
Myths
Safety Precautions
Guidelines
Basic Seated Resistance Training Exercises
Basic Standing Resistance and Balance Exercises
Variations and Progression
Summary
Review Questions
Illustrated Instruction
Chapter 6. Aerobic Training and Dynamic Balance Activities
Safety Precautions
Guidelines
Basic Seated Aerobic Exercises
Basic Standing Aerobic Exercises
Variations and Progression
Summary
Review Questions
Illustrated Instruction
Chapter 7. Cool-Down: Stretching and Relaxation Exercises
Safety Precautions
Guidelines
Basic Seated Cool-Down Exercises
Basic Standing Cool-Down Exercises
Variations and Progression
Summary
Review Questions
Illustrated Stretching Instruction
Chapter 8. Putting Your Exercise Program Together
Designing Your Exercise Program
Scheduling Your Exercise Classes
Modifying the Exercises
Progressing Your Exercise Class
Maintaining Fitness Results
Monitoring Attendance and Progress
Summary
Review Questions
