Course Description
This class is appropriate for all fitness levels. It incorporates exercises where at least one foot is on the floor at all times to minimize the impact on joints. Emphasis will be on strengthening muscles, cardiovascular endurance, balance and flexibility. Fundamental principles of physical fitness, life-long health and wellness will be discussed.
Repeatable for Credit
Yes
Repeatable Times
Undergrad- Repeatable 3 Times
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Provide an opportunity for students to improve their general fitness
- Improve bone density
- Improved flexibility
- Shape and tone muscles
- Increase metabolism through fitness
Topical Outline
1. Assessment Purpose
2. Variation of Exercise Techniques
3. Target Heart Rate Zone
4. Healthy Hydration
5. Five Basic Principles of Physical Fitness
1. Overload Principle
2. The FITT Principle
3. The Specificity Principle
4. The Rest and Recovery Principle
5. The Use or Lose Principle
2. Variation of Exercise Techniques
3. Target Heart Rate Zone
4. Healthy Hydration
5. Five Basic Principles of Physical Fitness
1. Overload Principle
2. The FITT Principle
3. The Specificity Principle
4. The Rest and Recovery Principle
5. The Use or Lose Principle