Older Adults: A Multitude of Modifications DVD

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Produced in cooperation with the IDEA Gay Elliott (Aristo-Fit) 2008 US Price: $49.95 DVD | Length: 81 minutes 827008447299 Statistics indicate that approximately 80% of people over 65 have at least one chronic disease. The situation can involve a number of potential safety-related issues for fitness professionals who have older adult students or clients with chronic conditions. Older Adults: A Multitude of Modifications reviews a multitude of modifications for exercises that will keep the older population moving. The DVD details basic equipment and exercise modifications for older adults who suffer from at least one chronic condition. The DVD features recommended programming modifications for older-adult group-exercise classes, including music, time of day, and instructor qualifications. Among the topics covered: Modifications to the trainer/instructor Equipment modifications How to modify your program Modification of exercises Activities of daily living

About the Author

Gay Elliott is a renowned specialist in both older-adult fitness and cancer exercise, as well as being WaterArt certified. Often referred to as the “countess of creativity,” she has motivated participants and fitness leaders alike for over 30 years as a physical education teacher, fitness instructor, program director, older-adult exercise specialist, aqua-fitness instructor, and community-recreation leader. The owner of Aristo-Fit, she runs aqua-fitness programs at several Canadian venues. Gay was one of three finalists for the Montreal YWCA’s Women of Distinction award and has received recognition two years in a row for being a leader in the older-adult certification program from Can-Fit-Pro. Her work has been recognized in several publications, including the Montreal Gazette, Canadian Living, The Globe and Mail, and the ICAA Journal.