This training aims to provide participants with a greater understanding of why keeping physically active has been called the best buy in public health.’
It will give you an understanding of the concept of exercise as medicine and explore your role and responsibilities when recommending exercise to your patients, clients or participants. It is useful for anyone who is in supports or recommends physical activity to individuals or groups (e.g. health trainers, nurses, fitness instructors etc.) You will:
•Understand how physical activity can prevent, manage or even regress some diseases
•Explore the wider benefits of physical activity for the individual
•Consider the risks of exercise for people with certain medical conditions
•Understand the types of exercise that are not appropriate or beneficial for certain individuals

Cost: £40 per person

To book your place,

please contact: Rachel.silcock@hwn.org.uk

Rachel Silcock

HealthWORKS Newcastle
The Lemington Centre
Tyne View
Lemington
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE15 8DE
(0191) 264 1959