TGEA007 Physical Activity and Ageing (2 cr)
Study level:
Intermediate studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences
Curriculum periods:
2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020
Description
Content
Effects of physical activity on functioning in old age
Role of physical activity in the prevention, care and rehabilitation of age-related illnesses
Exercise prescription and instruction in the elderly
Completion methods
Independent study
Assessment details
Book exam 100%
Learning outcomes
After completing the course the student is able to
- describe the role of exercise and physical activity for the maintenance and improvement of health and functional capacity in aging people.
- understand why elderly people need specific guiding for physical exercise and is able to recognize and describe suitable exercise counseling methods and training modes for older people
- describe the role of exercise and physical activity for the maintenance and improvement of health and functional capacity in aging people.
- understand why elderly people need specific guiding for physical exercise and is able to recognize and describe suitable exercise counseling methods and training modes for older people
Additional information
Spring semester
Literature
- Taylor, A.W. & Johnson, M.J. 2008. Physiology of exercise and healthy aging. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics, (274 p.)
Completion methods
Method 1
Select all marked parts
Method 2
Select all marked parts
Parts of the completion methods
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Teaching (2 cr)
Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
x
Exam (2 cr)
Type:
Exam
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish