The Evidence and Applications of Endurance for the Recreational and
Competitive GeriAthlete (Recorded Webinar)
Presented by Mike Studer
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In this presentation, we will cover the latest information about dosing and improving your older athletes' competitive and recreational endurance in sport and avocation. Debunk the myths of age-related performance and learn how to individualize the science of dosage, recovery, and prescription so that you can help these athletes achieve success in swimming, running, cycling, or other modalities.
Meet your instructor
Mike Studer
Dr. Mike Studer has been a PT since 1991. He has been board certified in neurologic PT since 1995 and has been a private practice owner since 2005. Dr. Studer has been an invited speaker covering 50 states, 10 countries, and 4 continents, speaking on topics such as cognition and psychology in rehabilitation, aging, stroke,…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Myths of Competitive Endurance Training With Age
This chapter will showcase background information regarding the competitive GeriAthlete. We will also go over the learning outcomes.
2. The Physiology of Performance in Endurance With Aging
In this chapter, we will discuss and debunk some of the most common myths about aging specific to athletic performance and fitness.
3. Competitive Endurance Training Across Normal, Aging, and Pathologic Conditions
In this chapter, attendees will learn how to apply advances in training and rehabilitation to achieve what the aging human body is capable of.
4. Incorporating Strength With Aging Endurance Athletes
In this chapter, we will discuss how to be the best therapist, trainer, or coach for the aging endurance athlete.
5. Applications for the Recreational Athlete
This chapter will cover scientific advances in our understanding of aging and obligatory physiologic changes. Additional content will include advances in training to optimize potential that is sport specific and endurance-athlete specific.
6. Considerations of Competition
In this chapter, attendees will learn how to apply scientific principles that are now established for the aging competitive athlete to the recreational athlete for tennis, hiking, gardening, etc.
7. Injury Prevention With Endurance Training
This chapter covers specific training approaches that help to maximize benefit and minimize tissue damage.
8. Question and Answer Session
This chapter will provide answers to the questions asked during the webinar.