Case Study Application (Final)

Learning objectives…

Participation in very little physical activity

Sedentary

A person’s ability to participate in physical activity, including basic daily tasks

Functional capacity

A disease in which bone density is reduced, increasing the risk of bone fracture

Osteoporosis

The details of an exercise program, including frequency, intensity, duration, and exercise mode

Exercise prescription

** Look at case study slides **

What are the first steps to ask before beginning a fitness program?

Is exercise safe for the individual?

Is there a need for medical clearance before beginning?

Before beginning a fitness program, it is important to assess the _____ and health-related _____ components

Current body parameters; physical fitness

What acronym should you follow when setting a fitness goal?

SMART goals

What does the acronym SMART stand for when it comes to setting goals?

• S (pecific)- avoid general goals

• M (easureable)- clearly defined and usually quantifiable

• A (chievable)- challenging but within the individual’s physiological range

• R (elevant)- important and meaningful to the individual

• T (ime-bound)- specific goal date

What are the evidence-based principles of exercise prescription?

FITT-VP Principle (frequency, intensity, time, type, volume, progression)

What are the 3 sub-bullets for Client Screening and Assessment?

• use health evaluation and personal interviews

• Modifications

• Motivational readiness

** these are directly linked to SMART goals **

What goes into a post-program reevaluation?

• post assessment

  • Repeat baselines tests/assessments

• Consider quantitative and qualitative data

• Reevaluate goals

  • Revise as necessary