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The 3 Essential Elements
These courses are developed to assist Professionals with the skill needs and requirements of the Fitness Industry Guidelines to maintain Industry currency for registration. This means as a Health & Fitness Professional you are committed to industry standards and ongoing professional development, improvIng your existing skills and developing new ones.
The 3 Essential Elements
Of Training The Ageing Population
Good movement patterns and function are the foundation to longevity & independence and the main goals for the ageing population.
The ageing population is a growing demographic worldwide. Locally, in June 2020, nearly 20% of Australia’s total population was estimated to be aged 65 and over. And, as we live longer and healthier lives, the growth of the ageing population accelerates. Then so to, does the need to share knowledge and access to quality trainers to help this demographic stay healthy and independent.
Learn and master the 3 essential elements to increase strength and longevity.
This is an online, self-paced course delivered by Perform Better
All materials are delivered digitally – through a variety of digital mediums, including written material, video narrated slide presentations, videos of sample exercises, sample forms, and more.
Comprehension of the material will be measured via a mandatory competency assessment requiring a minimum of 80% correct responses.
Course Author: Ken Baldwin
Course Length: 3 Hours
Course
Overview
This course focuses on equipping trainers with evidence-based strategies to support the active ageing population. The course covers essential training models, common weaknesses, and a holistic approach that integrates the physiological, neurological, and functional needs of ageing adults. By focusing on three essential elements—squatting, lunging (stepping up & back), and depth perception—the course offers practical techniques for creating effective, sustainable programs.
Modules
TRAINING MODELS
1 & 2
Review of Current Training Models for Active Ageing
This module introduces the primary models currently used in training ageing adults, such as falls prevention and cardiovascular programs. It also examines how these models support or fall short in promoting functional life skills.
Topics Covered:
Overview of current programs (e.g., Silver Sneakers, Arthritis Foundation, Diabetes programs).
Benefits and limitations of fitness-focused vs. life-focused training models.
Reasons Current Programs Aren’t Fully Effective
This module dives into why existing programs may fail to address the full spectrum of ageing adults’ needs, often focusing on isolated components like strength or balance without integrating them into a holistic approach.
Topics Covered:
Gaps in addressing psychological, neurological, and hormonal changes.
Limitations of isolating fitness elements without functional life application.
Modules
KEY COMPONENTS
3 & 4
Integration of Key Components for Ageing Programs
Understanding and integrating various physical and cognitive components is key. This module discusses how to combine strength, mobility, balance, and brain engagement in training programs.
Topics Covered:
Functional continuum: moving from isolated exercises to integrative movements.
The role of multi-directional movements and neurological feedback.
Setting Goals for the Ageing Demographic
This module provides strategies for setting meaningful goals tailored to ageing clients, emphasizing functionality and independence over aesthetics.
Topics Covered:
Goals focusing on maintaining independence and enjoying daily activities.
The difference between physiological vs. physical goals for ageing clients.
Modules
WEAKNESSES AND HEALTH ISSUES
5 & 6
Common Weaknesses and Health Issues in Ageing
Participants will learn about common health challenges such as sarcopenia, osteoporosis, and balance issues, and how these can impact exercise programming.
Topics Covered:
Health issues like arthritis, diabetes, and cognitive decline.
Addressing physical weaknesses: muscular endurance, joint health, and stability.
The 3 Essential Elements in Training
This module outlines the three fundamental movements—squatting, lunging (stepping up & back), and depth perception—and explains how they are essential for functional independence.
Topics Covered:
Practical applications of each element.
Techniques for incorporating these movements into exercises that promote balance and spatial awareness.
Modules
EFFECTIVE TRAINING
7
Strategies for Implementing Effective Training
This module offers practical strategies to design sessions that integrate the three essential elements, adapt to clients’ individual needs, and encourage “incidental exercise” (everyday movement).
Topics Covered:
Movement preparation techniques (e.g., whole-body integration).
Implementing coaching cues for safe, effective exercise.
Encouraging incidental exercise for increased activity throughout daily life.
Completion
Upon completing of all modules, and a short quiz, participants will receive a digital certificate certifying their expertise in training the active ageing population with the three essential elements framework.
about the
course author
Ken Baldwin is a highly respected professional in the fitness and wellness industry, currently serving as a key figure at Perform Better. With over two decades of experience, he specializes in strength and conditioning, movement analysis, and functional training. Ken has worked with elite athletes and teams, helping them enhance performance and prevent injuries. As a dynamic speaker and educator, he shares his expertise at workshops and seminars worldwide, inspiring fitness professionals to adopt innovative training techniques. Ken is committed to promoting health and longevity through evidence-based practices, making a significant impact on the fitness community.