Research Course: Stretching Retrospective; Coaching to Wellness; and Exercise for Cancer Survivors

After reading these articles, readers should be able to do the following:

1. Have an increased understanding of the differences between stretching and warm-up.
2. Gain a clearer, evidence-based picture of the benefits and myths surrounding stretching.
3. Describe in detail the determinants of flexibility.
4. Define the different stretching methods to increase flexibility.
5. Design a stretching regimen for your clients that encompasses the latest research and guidelines.
6. Understand the importance of levels of consciousness for working with fitness clients.
7. Describe each of the four levels of consciousness.
8. Know how clients’ consciousness levels influence their relationship to fitness.
9. Distinguish between the orientations of fitness clients and those of Wellbeings.
10. Identify the seven implications of consciousness levels.
11. List the benefits of physical activity for cancer survivors.
12. Identify common cancer symptoms and treatment side effects that can influence training strategies.
13. Explain important differences between training cancer survivors and training a general population.
14. List the American Cancer Society’s physical activity
    guidelines for cancer survivors.
15. Develop a plan to connect with individuals and organizations within the local cancer support community.

1. Enroll in the course.
2. View the course content.
3. Take the test. (You must score 80% to pass. If you do not pass, you may retake the test.)
4. Print your certificate of completion.