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Collegiate course designed to examine the aging processes seen during both normal and diseased aging and the effects of physical activity on maintaining functional independence and a quality of life in older adults. This course is designed to examine the aging processes seen during both normal and diseased aging and the effects of physical activity on maintaining functional independence and a quality of life in older adults. Demonstrate an understanding of the physical, psychological, and ...
Collegiate course discussing the guidelines and benefits of physical activity programs among older adults. Physiological responses to acute and chronic exercise in older adults will be examined, including studies of cardiorespiratory fitness, muscle metabolism, the nervous system, and the influence of physical activity on specific chronic diseases of older adults. Govindasamy, P., and D.M. Paterson. Physical Activity and the older adult: a knowledge base for managing exercise programs.