The Power of Exercise

Key topics to be covered:

• The role of exercise in the treatment/prevention of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, arthritis and other medical conditions.
• Appropriate exercise recommendations based on age and health status.

Course Objectives

• Identify the role of aerobic exercise in the regulation of glucose and insulin.
• Identify the role of exercise in cardiovascular disease, diabetes, arthritis and other medical conditions.
• Name benefits of exercise to conventional drug therapy on risk reduction in metabolic disorders.

Course Description

• This course reviews current research related to the health benefits of exercise and general physical activity in disease management. Specifically, the role of exercise in the management/prevention of diabetes, heart disease, arthritis and bone health will be covered. Education level: beginner to intermediate. 
• ACPE #826-999-12-011-L01-P & 826-999-12-011-L01-T, IRD: 9-11-12.
   

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