This introductory course is designed to give exercise professionals practical knowledge to allow them to work confidently with clients or class participants who are obese or living with diabetes. The course covers the causes, pathophysiology and management of obesity and diabetes. It explains the importance of appropriate exercise interventions giving you practical programming examples and a clear understanding of the considerations and precautions to be taken when prescribing and instructing exercise.
Course content was reviewed and approved by the following organisations: Vanessa Warren – Owner of The Wellness Clinic and a REPs registered trainer specialising in obese and bariatric clients. Lynne Taylor – Manager – Diabetes Christchurch Inc. New Zealand.
