December 2010 IDEA Fitness Journal Test 4: Mind-Body Research Update

Description

This course will give you insight into some of the key studies on yoga, Pilates, qigong and other mind-body topics. You'll be able to describe the state of research regarding meditation for health, understand the effects of a yoga-based lifestyle on coronary artery disease, and gain knowledge on at least three mind-body practices that research has shown to have a positive effect on stress reduction. You'll also discover the utility of using adaptive Pilates exercises for low-back pain, and how the practice of tai chi and qigong can significantly improve risk factors for the metabolic syndrome.

Learning Objectives

1. Be conversant regarding a select group of studies that demonstrate the favorable effects of mind-body exercise.
2. Describe the state of research regarding meditation for health.
3. Understand the effects of a yoga-based lifestyle on coronary artery disease.
4. Name at least three mind-body practices that research has shown to have a positive effect on stress reduction.
5. Describe the utility of using adaptive Pilates exercises for low-back pain.

Course Procedure

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.

Course Content

December 2010 IDEA Fitness Journal Test 4: Mind-Body Research Update

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