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March 29, 2008

 

 

 

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FITNESS & REHAB CONFERENCE is designed for Fitness & Rehabilitation Professionals who want to increase their knowledge, skills and success working with Exercise Rehabilitation & Post-Rehab clients.

 

 

  Nutrition for Injury Recovery with Mike Howard

 

 

Workshop Description:

 

Image:ARS copper rich foods.jpgWhen we think of injury rehab, we think of ice, rest, therapeutic strengthening and stretching and perhaps some anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS).  Find out why nutrition should also play a prominent role in the injury management process.  Dietary intake can either help or hinder the recovery process.  Find out how to optimize recovery with food. 

 

Learning Objectives:

 

-          Understand the role of inflammation in injury and disease

-          Review the basics of a healthy eating

-          Learn how diet affects both acute and long-term stages of injury

-          Explore population-specific nutritional interventions for specific populations such as; athletes, the overweight, and the elderly.

 

About the Presenter:

 

Mike Howard, Diploma: Fitness and Lifestyle management, BCRPA (TFL)

 

Mike is the owner of Core Concepts Wellness Solutions – a fitness services company that specializes in personal training and healthy lifestyle education.   Mike has been actively involved in the fitness industry for 12 years as a personal trainer, lecturer and author.  In this time, Mike has worked with hundreds of clients, ranging in age, ability and health.   He specializes in fat loss, men’s health, post rehab and corrective exercise.  Mike is also a diligent nutrition researcher and contributes regularly to Diet Blog, a highly regarded nutrition site.  He has also contributed to other publications such as; Fitness Trainer Canada, Check-Up and the BCRPA Update.  Mike is passionate about helping people succeed in changing their lives. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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