The training for health prescription commonly refers to the specific plan of activities related to physical conditioning that are designed for a specific purpose, which is developed by a specialist in physical health or rehabilitation. Always focused on the specific and unique needs and interests of the client / patient, the objective of the exercise prescription should be the successful integration of exercise principles and behavioral techniques that motivate the participant to comply, thus achieving their objectives with the greater benefits while minimizing risks.
Training for health has proven benefits in the following debilitating diseases and conditions including but not limited to:
• Asthma
• Coronary heart disease
• Depression
• Mellitus diabetes
• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Decreased bone density.
• Decrease in muscle mass.
• Osteoarthritis
• Peripheral artery disease.
• Obesity
