Exercise - Special Considerations

The preceding chapters dealt with basic fitness concepts and exercise prescription guidelines. There are, however, additional topics worthy of consideration when engaging in exercise. This chapter is an overview of exercise in weight control, exercising in the heat and cold, exercise-related injuries, exercise for special populations, and exercises for proper spinal care.

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Use the resources linked above in order to answer the following questions (which are the objectives to be mastered in this lesson):

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1. Discuss the role of exercise as part of an overall weight-control program.

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2. Explain how an exercise prescription is adjusted when weight-loss is one of the goals of a fitness program.

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3. List the guidelines for exercising in the heat and cold.

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4. Discuss the most common heat and cold related injuries.

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5. List and discuss the environmental factors that contribute to heat and cold stress.

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6. Describe appropriate ways to dress for exercise in the heat and cold.

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7. Define “overtraining” and the factors contributing to it.

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8. Discuss “repetitive stress” injuries, and how to avoid them.

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9. Describe the most common exercise-related injuries.

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10. Discuss the general guidelines for treating an injury.

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11. Describe the factors to consider when prescribing exercise for the following special populations: senior adult, pregnant, asthmatic, diabetic, and obese.

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12. Discuss the role of stretching and strengthening exercises in preventing lower back and neck injuries.

Assignments:

None for this chapter.