Donate
Donate
LFA_LIA_Inner Banner

Instructor Training Modules

Lungs in Action Theory Training: Background and Information

The aim of the Lungs in Action Theory training is to provide a training program for personal trainers, exercise scientists, accredited exercise physiologists or physiotherapists to deliver an exercise maintenance program for people with stable chronic lung disease who have completed a pulmonary rehabilitation program.  An additional cardiac rehabilitation module was introduced in 20XX to enable instructors to extend their program to include patients with a cardiac condition who have completed cardiac rehabilitation.

 

 

You will need to review at least one module from the training course to receive certification. Email us with the name of the module you would like to review by clicking on the button below and we will grant you access.

Email us

An overview of the sessions content and learning outcomes can be found below:

Module 1 Pulmonary Conditions

  • Session 1: (Australian Lung Foundation & Lungs in Action)
    • Recognise the purpose and aims of Lung Foundation Australia
    • Explain what Lungs in Action is
    • Recognise the link between Lungs in Action and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
    • Identify persons suitable for Lungs in Action
  • Session 2: (Pulmonary Rehabilitation)
    • Outline the components of pulmonary rehabilitation
    • Recognise the benefits of pulmonary rehabilitation
  • Session 3: (The Respiratory System)
    • Identify parts of the respiratory system
    • Explain the structure and function of the lung
    • Outline the process of breathing
    • Contrast the response to exercise in healthy adults to adults with COPD
  • Session 4: (What is COPD)
    • Outline what COPD is
    • Explain emphysema
    • Explain chronic bronchitis
    • Describe the symptoms of COPD
    • Identify the causes of COPD
    • Recognise the impact of COPD in the community
    • Discuss how COPD is diagnosed
    • Identify the stages of COPD
    • Explain the aim of COPD treatment
    • Discuss how COPD is treated
    • Recognise the issues surrounding misdiagnosis/under-diagnosis of COPD
  • Session 5: (Other Conditions)
    • Recognise other respiratory conditions that COPD may be confused with
    • Recognise other respiratory conditions that may benefit from Pulmonary Rehabilitation and/or Lungs in Action
    • Recognise the impact that other respiratory conditions may have on the ability to exercise
  • Session 6: (Breathlessness)
    • Outline the main causes of breathlessness
    • Explain the cycle of symptom induced inactivity
    • Utilise the Borg scale to measure breathlessness in clients
    • Tailor exercise plans according to the degree of breathlessness
    • Explain the benefits of exercise training in COPD
  • Session 7: (Exercise Limitations)
    • Recognise limitations and precautions in a breathless client when exercising
    • Tailor an exercise plan according to limitations and precautions in a breathless client
    • Recognise the different types of supplemental oxygen and needs during exercise
  • Session 8: (Program Design - Exercises)
    • Demonstrate exercises relevant to a Lungs in Action class
  • Session 9: (Designing Your Lungs in Action Class)
    • Design a Lungs in Action class
    • Tailor a Lungs in Action class to meet individual/participant needs
    • Combine activities without equipment into a Lungs in Action class where appropriate
    • Utilise pelvic floor exercises in a Lungs in Action class where appropriate
  • Session 10: (Other Considerations)
    • Identify safety considerations that impact on exercise
    • Resolve any safety considerations that may impact on exercise
    • Increase awareness of safety considerations and highlight the need to remain alert
    • Recognise legal considerations relevant to your Lungs in Action class
  • Session 11: (Frequently Asked Questions)
    • Identify and respond to frequently asked questions appropriately.
  • Session 12: (Benefits and Support for Instructors)
    • Identify the benefits for Lungs in Action instructors
    • Identify the support available for Lungs in Action instructors
    • Recognise common medical terms relevant to COPD and related conditions
    • Recognise the components of the Lungs in Action toolbox
    • Utilise the various components of the Lungs in Action toolbox where appropriate

Module 2 Cardiac Conditions