Deconditioning and Muscle Health Practical CPD

Description

Course Description

Inactivity is one of the biggest threats to healthy ageing — yet over 42% of over 55s are inactive, putting around 6.5 million people at risk of serious strength loss that affects independence, balance, and quality of life.

This practical one-day CPD will help you understand what happens to our muscles when we stop moving, why strength matters at every age, and how the right type of exercise can make all the difference.

Through a mix of theory, discussion and hands-on practical sessions, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to help people rebuild strength, regain confidence and live stronger for longer.

Learning Aims:

By the end of this CPD, instructors will be able to:

• Understand what happens to muscle, strength and function when people become inactive.

• Recognise who is most at risk of deconditioning and why.

• Identify the signs of declining muscle health and how it affects everyday life.

• Understand the basics of muscle anatomy and physiology in simple, practical terms.

• Apply proven techniques to safely build and progress strength training routines.

• Deliver sessions that empower participants to maintain independence and confidence.

Why it matters

This course goes beyond the science – it’s about giving you the tools to turn inactivity into ability.
You’ll leave ready to motivate others, adapt exercises for all fitness levels, and play a vital role in tackling the UK’s growing deconditioning crisis.

CPD dates: 

Online – Saturday 19th September 2026

The training day is 10am-4pm. 

For the online CPD day, we will use Zoom (please check your system requirements here) to deliver these CPDs so you will require a stable internet connection. Please read the requirements for completing your practical CPD online here. By booking an online date, you’re accepting you will meet the requirements outlined.

Please ensure you wear appropriate clothing and footwear to participate – trainers are recommended.

Please note by booking onto the CPD, you agree to these terms and conditions.