Exercise Management for the Elderly - Tutorial Flashcards
1
Q
What tier country is Australia
A
2nd tier
2
Q
What percentage of the population are 65+
A
15%
3
Q
What percentage of the budget it spent on Department of Health and Ageing portfolio?
A
20%
4
Q
What percentage of time do older people spend on recreation/leisure?
A
30%
5
Q
Older people HRmax
A
207-(0.7xage)
6
Q
Strength training increases…
A
Strength
Power
Oxidative enzyme capacity
Gas exchange kinetics
INTENSITY = KEY VARIABLE
7
Q
What countries are known for utilising outdoor exercise equipment?
A
Scandanavian
8
Q
Technological exericse
A
Exergames
9
Q
At what rate does strength decline in older populations
A
1-2%
10
Q
What two variables determine muscle mass
A
Strength & Power