1017 – Evidence-Based Progressions

Beginner / Symposium 1-hour Lecture

Sanibel, FL / Wednesday, June 30, 2010 – 11:00 am-12:00 pm – 1.0 credit hour equal to 1.0 CEC/.1 CEU

(Classroom: 11:00 am-12:00 pm)

Faculty: Monica Tiberi, MD

COURSE DESCRIPTION: In October 2008, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services published the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. It is important to know the type and strength of literature evidence for each health outcome, to improve practice and counsel, and refer clients to appropriate physical activity.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

1) Examine the outlines of the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines.

2) Discuss strength and type of evidence on which the guidelines are based.

3) Apply a progression based on evidence.

4) Counsel and refer patients/clients to appropriate physical activity.

5) Discuss research needs.

FACULTY: Monica Tiberi, MD, works for the Italian National Health Service of Ancona for cardiovascular prevention and screening of athletes. She teaches fitness on the Medical Faculty of the University of Foggia (Italy) for the Motor Science Department. She has co-written research regarding sport in older athletes and motorcycling.