Objective:
Identify a special population and conduct a thorough needs assessment. Based on this assessment, submit an outline of an exercise program that addresses the specific needs of the chosen population.
Instructions:
Choose a Special Population: Select a special population covered in this course (e.g., pregnant women, youth, senior adults, individuals with cardiovascular disease, etc.).
Justify your choice by discussing the unique exercise-related needs of this population.
Conduct a Needs Assessment:
Research the chosen population to understand their specific physical, psychological, and social needs related to exercise. Identify any contraindications, risk factors, or specific goals that should guide the exercise program.
Create an Outline of the Exercise Program:
Develop a structured outline that includes the following elements:
- Program Goals: Clearly state the objectives of the exercise program.
- Assessment Tools: Identify methods to assess the baseline fitness level and progress of participants.
- Exercise Types: Briefly outline the types of exercises (e.g., aerobic, strength training, flexibility) that will be included in the program.
- Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type (FITT): Provide a preliminary FITT framework for the exercise program.
- Safety Considerations: Highlight any precautions or modifications necessary for the chosen population.
Citations:
Support your needs assessment and program outline with at least three scholarly sources. Cite these sources in APA format.
Submission Requirements:
Submit a 2-3 page document that includes the needs assessment and exercise program outline. Format your submission according to APA guidelines, including a title page, in-text citations, and a reference page.
General APA Formatting Guidelines:
- Title Page: Include the title of your project, your name, the course number, and the date of submission.
- In-text Citations: Use APA format for citing sources within the text (e.g., Author, Year).
- Reference Page: List all sources cited in your assignment in APA format, double-spaced, with hanging indents.
This project is designed to help you apply course concepts in a practical setting while demonstrating your ability to design an exercise program that meets the needs of a specific population. Adherence to APA citation standards is critical in ensuring academic integrity and supporting your claims with evidence.