





Gain the most current knowledge about topics and studies that are making headlines in the fitness industry. Read about how to improve body image, decrease cardiovascular risk factors in kids and whether there is a gene for exercise. Learn about the latest studies connecting cycling and sperm health and how exercise can benefit Parkinson’s patients. Discover if there is a connection between healthy habits and participation in religious activity, and how charging a “motivational fee” may increase membership use. Also, find out why certain diets such as the “epigenetics diet” and eating a Mediterranean diet can help prevent debilitating diseases while keeping your waistline in check. A quiz that packs a big punch, you won’t want to miss out on all this great health education.
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Learning Objectives
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After reading these articles, readers should be able to:
- Discuss the research studies and findings described in the Making News section.
- Discuss the research studies and findings described in the Food for Thought section.
Course Procedure
- Enroll in the course.
- View the course content.
- Take the test. (You must score 80% to pass. If you do not pass, you may retake the test.)
- Print your certificate of completion.
Course Content
| Active Network Supports President’s Challenge | Article | |
| Women’s Body Image Woes | Article | |
| fig squares | Article | |
| go mediterranean! | Article | |
| is diet tied to ADHD? | Article | |
| satiety "signaling pathway' identified | Article | |
| the epigenetics diet | Article | |
| What are some effective, easy-to-find, tasty foods with anti-inflammatory properties? | Article | |
| fabulous figs | Article | |
| U.S.Coast Guard Sets New Passenger Limits | Article | |
| Treadmill Walking Helps Parkinson’s Patients | Article | |
| Frequent Cycling May Be Bad for Sperm Health | Article | |
| Gym-Pact Charges When You Don’t Show Up | Article | |
| Host Successful Group Exercise Department Meetings | Article | |
| IDEA Member Ends Retirement, Eyes National Championships | Article | |
| Improved Health Habits Needed Among Religious Groups? | Article | |
| Is There an Exercise Gene? | Article | |
| Sprints Improve CVD Risk Factors in Youth | Article | |
| To Improve Adherence, Focus on “How,” Not “Why” | Article | |
| July-August 2011 IDEA Fitness Journal Quiz 1: Fitness and Nutrition Research | Test |

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