2003 – Battle Against Metabolic Syndrome – Weight Management

Intermediate / Pre-Symposium 1-hour Lecture

Sanibel, FL / Monday, June 28, 2010 – 5:40-6:40 pm – 1.0 credit hour equal to 1.0 CEC/.1 CEU

(Classroom: 5:40-6:40 pm)

Faculty: Eduardo Netto, MS

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Prescribe a safe and effective exercise program for the obese population, while discovering the role of exercise in improving weight loss. Understand the physiological, psychological and cultural issues impacting weight management. Learn the physiopathology, diagnostic and recommendation for managing the metabolic syndrome including: lifestyle interventions, weight loss, physical activity and healthy eating habits. Increase exercise effectiveness and develop state of the art fitness programming, with fundamental, factual and practical information.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

1) Review scientific research on metabolic syndrome and weight management.

2) Establish guidelines on exercise prescription.

3) Apply a safe and effective exercise program to prevent and treat Metabolic Syndrome.

FACULTY: Eduardo Netto, MS, is the Fitness Director of the A Body Tech Health Club, the largest health club chain in Brazil. He has a master’s degree in human motricity and is currently pursuing his PhD in medical studies. He is an international presenter and well-respected fitness professional and consultant in Brazil. He has published books, DVDs and a CD-ROM on fitness programs.