| Objectives
Overall
Objectives
The
overall objectives of this program are to:
- Provide
state-of-the-art science and clinical information to increase
the participants’ knowledge about exercise, fitness, health,
aging, nutrition and physical performance.
- Provide
a forum for discussion of contemporary issues related to nutrition
and exercise science.
- Promote
interaction among nutrition and exercise specialists to provide
new approaches to and perspectives on nutrition, exercise and
aging.
Session title: Exercise and Aging
Friday 9:15 - 11:00
Presenter name: William
Evans
As a result of this lecture, participants
will be able to--
- List at least three benefits of
exercise on maintaining health and reducing the risk of diseases
(heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, osteoporosis).
- List three nutritional needs that
change with aging
Juice Break 10:15-10:30
Session title: Protein Metabolism
and Exercise Friday 11:00 -12:00
Presenter name: William Evans
As a result of this lecture, participants
will be able to--
- Describe the components of an
effective strength training program
- Cite the protein needs of active
and sedentary people, both younger and older
- List two benefits of strength
training for elderly people
Lunch Break 12:00-1:15
Session title: Sports Nutrition Counseling
Skills Friday 1:15-3:15
Presenter name: Nancy Clark
As a result of this lecture, participants
will be able to--
- List at least five nutrition concerns
common to active people.
- Cite three ways active people
can optimize their energy to enjoy exercise and enhance their
sports performance.
- Effectively teach athletes how
to select a sports diet with the right balance of carbohydrates,
proteins, fats and fluids.
Juice Break 3:15-3:30
Session title: Question and Answer
Session Friday 3:30 - 3:45
Presenter name: William Evans
and Nancy Clark
As a result of this discussion, participants
will be able to--
- Cite answers to questions commonly
asked about nutrition, exercise and aging.
Session title: Ergogenic Aids
Friday 3:45 - 4:30
Presenter name: William Evans
As a result of this lecture, participants
will be able to--
- Distinguish between effective
and fad ergogenic aids.
- Counsel athletes regarding the
use of creatine and other popular ergogenic aids.
Session title: Developing Your Own
Business Friday 4:30 - 5:30
Presenter name: Nancy Clark
As a result of this discussion, participants
will be able to--
- List three factors to consider
when deciding whether or not to try to develop a viable business
in the areas of nutrition and fitness.
- Cite six ways to market a nutrition
and/ or fitness business.
Session title: Exercise, Diet and
Weight Control Saturday 8:00 -10:00
Presenter name: William Evans
and Nancy Clark
As a result of this lecture, participants
will be able to--
- Explain the role of carbohydrates
and dietary fats in weight management.
- Describe the latest research regarding
exercise and weight management.
- Develop an healthful weight management
program for individuals (or know how to refer a client to a
registered dietitian who is better trained to design food programs).
- Describe three problems associated
with body fat measurement.
- Dispel three current myths about
fad diets.
Juice Break 10:00-10:15
Session title: Eating Disorders
in Athletes Saturday 10:15-11:15
Presenter name: Nancy Clark
As a result of this lecture, participants
will be able to--
- List three ways to help resolve
the food issues of active people who struggle with balancing
food and exercise.
- Cite three ways to help active
people overcome body image issues.
- Appropriately and lovingly confront
someone with an eating disorder.
- Develop a healthful eating plan
for people with anorexia or bulimia.
Session title: Case Studies and Discussion
Saturday 11:15-11:50
Presenter name: Wiliam Evans
and Nancy Clark
As a result of this discussion, participants
will be able to--
- Understand the complexities of
weight counseling.
- Cite two ways to approach weight
management.
- Name three components of an appropriate
weight management program.
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