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Books and Media
FallProof™: A comprehensive Balance & Mobility Training Program - 2nd edition coming soon!
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FallProof™: A comprehensive Balance & Mobility Training Program (also available in Spanish and Korean)
FallProof! is divided into three parts. Part I provides an introduction to the body systems that contribute to balance and mobility and common age-related changes occurring in each of these systems. It also identifies the multifactorial causes of falls and describes the common medical conditions (arthritis, joint replacement surgery, osteoporosis, Parkinson’s disease, and diabetes) and medications known to adversely affect balance and mobility. Part II provides suggestions on balance assessments and details the core program. And finally, Part III describes how to incorporate contemporary motor learning principles to foster optimal learning, develop lesson plans, organize the classroom environment for optimal safety and efficiency, and communicate with program participants.
To purchase this book visit Human Kinetics: http://www.humankinetics.com/products/showproduct.cfm?isbn=0736040889
Physical Activity Instruction of Older Adults
A comprehensive blend of theory, practical content, and detailed instruction, the text is organized into five parts:
Part I introduces the new field of gerokinesiology; provides an overview of the aging process; and discusses the benefits of an active lifestyle in disease prevention, health promotion, and quality of life.
Part II provides information and guidelines for preexercise screenings and assessments, client feedback, and goal setting.
Part III focuses on the core fitness and skill components of a well-rounded physical activity program for older adults, including warm-up and cool-down, flexibility and resistance training, aerobic exercise, and balance and mobility training.
Part IV introduces specialty program and training methods, including exercise such as yoga, aquatic exercise, and master athlete training.
Part V covers how to apply principles of motor learning to program design; teaching, leadership, and motivational skills; special considerations for specific medical conditions; and legal and professional ethics and standards for instructors.
To purchase this book visit Human Kinetics: http://www.humankinetics.com/products/showproduct.cfm?isbn=0736045139
The Senior Fitness Test Manual (also available in Spanish)
The Senior Fitness Test Manual provides the theoretical base for the test. It also includes the developmental procedures and provides complete information on administering and scoring the test and providing feedback to test participants about their results. It also includes instructions on organizing and testing groups of older adults.
To purchase the book please visit Human Kinetics: http://www.humankinetics.com/products/showproduct.cfm?isbn=0736033564
Fall Prevention Center of Excellence Exercise Brochures
The Fall Prevention Center of Excellence is proud to announce the release of their 3 set exercise brochures. The illustrated booklets each exhibit ten exercises, in large print, that demonstrate how individuals can remain balanced, flexible and able-bodied in order to prevent falls. For maximum usability, the guide is in a calendar format, which allows the user to attach it to any upright surface, so readers can follow along as they train. The three booklets feature simple exercises that older adults can carry out at home.
To order a single booklet, or the entire set, please fill out the Order Form and either mail it or fax it to the Fall Prevention Center of Excellence.
