#7470 Functional Exercises and Strength Training for Obesity
 
Functional exercise training is incredibly effective to battle obesity — but requires some complex movements which can be difficult for certain populations. This course will dive into the latest research on changes that occur in the brain with obesity and how to mitigate them during exercise. Learn how to incorporate strength training into exercise programming alongside cardiovascular fitness to maximize weight loss and management.
 
Selection of appropriate exercises and strength training for patients who are obese. Safety is of the utmost importance when determining the correct exercise. Modifications may need to be made in the exercises to best suit the obese patient.  
 
Course instruction method includes: lecture, picture/graphs, videos, and question/answer.
 
Instructor: Amy Ashmore, PhD
 
Course Cities and Dates:
#7470 on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm EST