Working with an older population has many upsides; however, just like any other clients you many work with, you will likely run into a few challenges that you will need to learn how to manage.

In today’s episode of the Modern Personal trainer podcast we are joined by author, fitness consultant, and retired professor Dr. Karl Knopf for a conversation on training for senior clients. Learn all about training senior clients, how to asses and program for them, common misconceptions, and potential obstacles you will likely face.

Dr. Karl Knopf has been involved in the health and fitness of older adults and the disabled for more than forty years. During his time he has worked in almost every avenue of the industry from personal training and therapy, to consultation and more.

While at Foothill College, Karl was the coordinator of the Adaptive Fitness Technician Program and Lifelong Learning Institute. He taught disabled students and undergraduates about corrective exercise. In addition to teaching, Karl developed the “Fitness Educator of Older Adults Association” to guide trainers of older adults. Currently Karl is on the advisory board of PBS’s “Sit and Be Fit” show. Karl has authored 20 books in the area of senior fitness.

In his spare time he speaks at conferences, authored many artileces, and has written numerous books on topics ranging from water workouts to fitness therapy. He was a frequent guest on both radio and print media on issues pertaining to senior fitness and the disabled.

Thank you to Dr. Knopf for joining us for this webinar and podcast episode—we hope you enjoy it and learn as much as we did!


Show Notes:
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