OVERVIEW

#7470 Functional Exercises and Strength Training for Obesity is organized by MotivationsCEU.

Description:
Functional exercise training is incredibly effective to battle obesity - but requires some complex movements which can be difficult for certain populations. This course will dive into the latest research on changes that occur in the brain with obesity and how to mitigate them during exercise. Learn how to incorporate strength training into exercise programming alongside cardiovascular fitness to maximize weight loss and management.

Selection of appropriate exercises and strength training for patients who are obese. Safety is of the utmost importance when determining the correct exercise. Modifications may need to be made in the exercises to best suit the obese patient.

Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

Examine the changes that occur to the brain with obesity and how to account for them in exercise program design and execution.
Select appropriate exercises to support improved functional performance, including ADLs and IADLs, for clients who are obese.
Design safe and effective strength training sessions for people who are obese.
Execute safe and effective workouts for people who are obese.
Analyze exercise programming and mechanics modifications to best suit people who are obese.

ACCREDITATION & CREDITS

This is a 3-hour course equivalent to 3 CEU’s or 0.3 CEUs offered as a live webinar or selfstudy.

PT CEU’s: Motivations Inc is an approved provider of Physical Therapy continuing education by these professional bodies: Texas Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association, ILDPR- Illinois Department of Professional Regulation Approved PT CE Sponsor, NY- New York State Education
Department, Office of the Professions. Physical Therapy Board of California. Many state boards recognize these for pre-approval purposes. Contact us if you would like verification a state. The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE.

ATC CEU's: Motivations, Inc. (BOC AP #P2549) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers. This program is eligible for a maximum of 3 Category A hours/CEU's.

Motivations Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 14841. This Distance Learning-Interactive or Distance Learning-Independent activity is offered at 0.3 CEUs, Intermediate Level, Occupational Therapy Service Delivery/Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEU’s does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA

3 Hours

3 CEU’s

FACULTY

Amy Ashmore

PhDKinesiology

TARGET AUDIENCE

EndocrinologistsPhysical TherapistOccupational TherapistsAthletic TrainersBariatric Surgeons

SPECIALITIES

EndocrinologyBariatric Surgery

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

Cancellation Policy: Motivations, Inc. reserves the right to discontinue or reschedule a course from our listing of options. Should you have already registered, you will receive a full refund. Participants may receive a full refund when requesting cancellation 24 hours prior to the the webinar. After that time, a credit for a future Motivations event may be awarded.

Course Transfers:
Registrants may transfer to another course at any time without penalty.