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The fitness world is leaning in, too. The American Council on Exercise (ACE) just launched an Alzheimer’s Fitness Specialist Program to train professionals in using movement and cognitive drills to help prevent and manage dementia.
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That’s where the American Council on Exercise (ACE), a non-profit education and certification provider for health coaches and exercise professionals, and Jonathan Ross of Funtensity, a workout combining brain health and fitness, enter the picture. The two have come together to launch the Alzheimer’s Fitness Specialist Program.
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General information and tips to better understand and follow the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.
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Definitions and examples of commonly used terms regarding physical activity.
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Introduction to two tools to help individuals determine if they are moving at a moderate intensity.
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A quick list of different physical activity components, including aerobic activity, muscle-strengthening activity and balance.
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A handout reviewing two additional components of physical activity, bone-strengthening and flexibility activities.
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