Online course · 1 CEC

Crack the Code: Unlocking Body Composition, Strength, and Cardiovascular Health

Presented by ACSM in partnership with Medical Fitness Association (MFA).

About this course

The clinical and functional significance of body composition, grip strength, and blood pressure are essential indicators of overall health. These non-invasive measurements offer powerful insights into an individual's risk for chronic disease, functional decline, and cardiovascular health. Learners will gain practical knowledge on testing, biometric-specific considerations, and how to accurately implement these health metrics across diverse settings, services, and programs. Whether you're a clinician, trainer, or health professional, this webinar-based course will equip you with the knowledge and strategies to make these key metrics work for your practice — and your patients personalized goals.

What you will learn

  • Understand the research-backed relevance of body composition, grip strength, and blood pressure as predictors of overall health and function: why these metrics matter and are essential indicators of health risk and personalized assessments
  • Learn best practices for testing and interpreting body composition, grip strength, and blood pressure across different populations: how to apply these tools properly in various settings, common services, and popular programs
  • Explore how integrating these measurements can improve a patient’s personalized outcomes: how a multisystem assessment supports data-guided plans, tracking progress, and navigate decision-making for better outcomes

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