PE 185WD Strength, Beginning

Lab Hours: 3
Credits: 1

Focuses on developing and executing a strength and conditioning program to meet individual goals.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Beginning

Identify individual strength and fitness goals.
Practice an adequate warm-up.
Maintain a written document of workout sessions.
Apply correct execution of basic strength skills.
Participate in strength pre- and post-tests on at least three areas.
Participate in a full workout program.

Content Outline
Beginning

Introduction to strength and conditioning
Safety precautions
Individualizing a strength program
Warming up/cooling down
Types of strength and conditioning programs
- General strength
- Building
- Tone and definition
- Rehabilitation
- Training for a sport
- Cardiovascular conditioning
Circuit training
Basic strength and conditioning exercises