Targeted Interventions

Question 1

minimum stimulus for strengthening

Answer 1

60% 1RM

that’s probably a 15RM

75% 1RM= 10RM
80& 1RM= 8RM

Question 2

what can you increase to work on power?

Answer 2

speed

Question 3

stretching how many reps?

how many times a week to increase range of motion? how many times a week for maintenance?

Answer 3

1-5 reps
7 days/week to increase ROM
2 days/week for maintenance

Question 4

Cardiovascular exercises. HRmax?
target perceptage intensity:
asymptomatic
cardiac
frail patients

Answer 4

220-age= HRmax

Target % intensity:
asymptomatic = 70-85%
cardiac= 50-65%
frail= 40-60%

Question 5

HR Reserve formula

Answer 5

= HRmax- HRrest

Question 6

Target HR formula

Answer 6

HRR (exercise intensity) + HRrest

Question 7

Exercise modifications for older adults:

Answer 7

avoid excessive heat, humidity, cold or windy environments for outdoor activities

wait a minimum of 1 hour after meals for exercise

wait 30 min or more after meds have been given, especially for early morning exercise

modify biomechanical load on joints for clients with arthritis, osteoporosis, etc