The NASM™ Senior Fitness Specialization program is structured around 7 essential modules covering all the skills required to effectively support the senior population in a safe, adapted, and results-driven coaching context.
Chapter 1: Scope of Practice of the Senior Fitness Specialist
Understanding the role, responsibilities, and limitations of a coach specialized in training older adults.
Chapter 2: Aging – physical, physiological, and psychological aspects
Analyzing the key age-related changes and their impact on health, performance, and independence.
Chapter 3: Assessment strategies for seniors
Learning how to perform appropriate functional assessments to identify capabilities and specific needs.
Chapter 4: Training components for seniors
Understanding the essential elements of an adapted program: strength, endurance, mobility, balance, and coordination.
Chapter 5: Program design
Building progressive, safe, and individualized training programs aimed at maintaining and improving physical condition.
Chapter 6: Nutrition and specific recommendations
Integrating nutrition principles adapted to aging to support health and recovery.
Chapter 7: Professional development
Understanding opportunities in senior coaching and structuring your positioning in this growing market.