| 109 | Monday, April 8, 2002 |
This is a Ticketed Event. Fee: $135/155 one day; 215/240 both days
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| 8:30 AM-5:00 PM | Marriott Hotel & Marina:Santa Rosa |
| AAALF/Council on Aging and Adult Development |
| Fitness Programs for Older Adults: A Training Workshop, Day I - Biomechanical Changes with Age: Understanding Balance and Falls Prevention |
| Session 1 combines current research on falls prevention and practical application of preventive measures where participants will learn how to administer assessments and appropriate exercises. Group and individualized education to prevent falls and a structured exercise program focusing on strength training, balance and gait training will be addressed. |
Keyword(s): older adult/aging issues, participatory, physical activity
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| Facilitator: Alicia C. Cosky, Aurora University, Aurora, IL |
| Speakers: Pamela A. MacFarlane, , De Kalb, IL; Eva Montee, Mountain View Hospital, Madras, OR; Charlene Schade, San Diego Community College, San Diego, CA; and Mary F. Visser, Minnesota State University, Mankato, MN |