This course is Lesson 3 of a recently completed webinar entitled, "Weight Management Strategies." Successfully completing this lesson will earn 1.5 CEs. For accreditation information and presenter biographies, Click here.

Topics:

I. Definition of activities of daily living (ADL’s).
II. Definition of physical activity.
III. Definition of exercise.
IV. Exercise Prescription for obese population for weight loss.


a. Frequency
b. Intensity
c. Time
d. Type


V. Exercise Prescription for obese population for weight maintenance.


a. Frequency
b. Intensity
c. Time
d. Type


VI. Special considerations for obese population.


a. Orthopedic issues
b. Mobility issues


VII. Case studies

Behavioral/Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the differences between activities of daily living, physical activity, and exercise.
2. Identify the roles of physical activity and exercise in weight loss, weight maintenance, and preventing weight regain.
3. Describe an exercise prescription for weight loss.
4. Identify special considerations in developing an exercise prescription for the obese population.