By AEA
Explore aquatic exercise as related to the larger adult participant. Special considerations for the obese participant as well as exercise format, and physiological differences are included in this CD ED program. Review intensity and safety concerns and see an example of an exercise program.

Here is what one reviewer had to say:
"Good information on CD. Took up just a little time, learned a lot. Good for CECs"
- C Fagiano. Chicago, IL.

TOPICS:
  • Distinction Between Overweight and Obesity
    Overweight
    Obesity
    Surgeon General's Call to Action
  • Causes of Obesity

Internal to Body
Set Point Theory
Enzyme Theory
Fat Cell Theory
Theory of Thermogenesis
Thermic Effect of Food
Genetics

External to Body
External Cue Theory
Fattening Power of Fat
Underactivity Theory

  • Special Considerations When Working With the Obese
    Misconceptions of the Obese
    Client Health Concerns
    Legal Considerations
    Social Implications
    Personal Assessment
    Facility Assessment
    Marketing
  • Benefits of Exercise
    Physiological Benefits
    Psychological Benefits
    Additional Benefits of Exercise
    Benefits of Aquatic Exercise
  • Class Planning
    General Program Design Considerations
    Special Program Design Considerations
    Special Vocabulary
    Class Format
  • Assessment of Weight

Successful completion of the quiz is necessary to receive CEC credits.
Approved for:
 4 AEA CECs
.3 ACE CECs

*ACSM, AFAA, and NETA accept ACE credits

CECs and CEUs for first user are included with CD in the form of a coupon. CEC/CEU costs are separate from the cost of the CD. Additional people may use the CD to obtain CEC credits at the normal $35 CEC price.

Course includes: 1 interactive CD-ROM (Mac and PC computers), 1 "free" CEC coupon