Exercise Sciences Department



Intern Knowledge Base StandardsY Be Fit interns need to have a knowledge base of key health concepts in order to confidently counsel clients and provide them with sound information and recommendations. Below are the topics with which you should be familiar. Behavior ChangeKnow in general 2-3 of the most popular theories of behavior change (e.g. transtheoretical, social cognitive, health belief) and be able to describe how to apply themBlood Pressure Categories and associated numbers (normal, pre-hypertension, hypertension)What helps to lower it, what causes it to rise?Blood SugarKnow what diabetes is, how it is diagnosed, and what causes it (Type 2)Know what can be done to prevent it and treat it using lifestyle modificationsKnow blood sugar categories and their numbers (normal, pre-diabetes, diabetes)Cholesterol Categories and associated numbers (Total, LDL, HDL, Triglycerides)Know each molecule’s function and what affects their levels NutritionKnow the macronutrients and their different forms (e.g. simple/complex carbohydrates, different types of fat, and protein)Know in general how nutrition influences health and chronic diseaseKnow the following vitamins/minerals, a few of the foods they are found in and the benefits they have: Vitamins A,C,D,E ,K Minerals: Iron, calcium, fiber, sodiumPhysical ActivityKnow the ACSM physical activity recommendations for healthy adults and older adults (both aerobic and strength training)Know the benefits of both aerobic and strength exercise and know general exercises for both categoriesStress ManagementKnow the general concepts of stress (physiological responses, effect on health, how to reduce distress, etc.)Weight ManagementKnow the ACSM physical activity recommendations for weight loss and weight maintenance Know how diet affects weight and how it can be used to obtain optimal weightKnow BMI ranges for adults (normal, overweight, etc.)Know the AHA/ACC/TOS 2013 Weight Loss GuidelinesKnow the classification of overweight/obesity and associated disease risks by waist circumference for men and women ................
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