Exercise programs are often developed in response to goals that pertain to physical adaptations, such as weight loss, mobility, balance, hypertrophy, performance, and more. However, rehab professionals are now faced with a new challenge; addressing the epidemic of cognitive decline and accelerated brain aging. There is a paucity of solutions on how to efficiently add cognitive tasks to motor tasks in a domain-specific and individualized manner. In addition, while research continues to demonstrate the value of cognitively-enhanced modalities, such as exergaming, every-day clinical applications remain challenging. This session will aim to identify how these gaps can be filled, and allow health and fitness professionals to apply dual-tasks in a domain-specific and calculated manner.
1 - Learn the definitions of dual-tasking and how they can improve both functional and cognitive outcomes
2 - Identify the neurobiological mechanisms involved in dual-task exercise
3 - Apply cognitive-motor dual-tasking techniques to various functional exercises as they relate to targeting specific domains of cognition
Ryan Glatt is a personal trainer and brain-health coach with over a decade of experience. He currently practices brain-based strategies for cognitive enhancement at the Pacific Brain Health Center in Los Angeles.
Ryan has pursued education from the Amen Clinics, the Neuroscience Academy, Academy for Brain Health & Performance, and the Master's of Applied Neuroscience program at King's College of London.
Recently, Ryan has released the Brain Health Trainer course, which is the first comprehensive course to be released on the topic of brain health and exercise.