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SE 205 - Training for Fitness and Sport


Credits: (3 credits)

Introduces the components of physical fitness and the principles of training as it relates to health and fitness, as well as, sport performance. Emphasis is placed on the design and implementation of these principles for each of these components. Topics include the assessment and program design involving aerobic conditioning, muscle strength and endurance, power, agility, flexibility, and speed.

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to do the following: 

  1.   List the physical, mental and cognitive benefits of physical fitness;
  2.   Explain the importance of health screening and medical exams;
  3.   Identify and utilize strategies for adopting and maintaining physical activity;
  4.   Describe the acute and chronic physiological effects of physical activity;
  5.   Identify the components of physical fitness;
  6.   Discuss ACSM recommendations for improving and maintaining physical fitness;
  7.   Describe the principles of fitness development;
  8.   List the components and sequencing of components of an exercise session;
  9.   Assess cardiovascular endurance;
  10.   Design and implement a cardiovascular endurance program;
  11.   Assess muscular strength and endurance;
  12.   Design and implement a resistance training program;
  13.   Assess muscular flexibility;
  14.   Design and implement a muscular flexibility program;
  15.   Demonstrate appropriate exercises for improving aerobic endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance and flexibility;
  16.   Describe the role of nutrition in a healthy lifestyle;
  17.   Assess body composition;
  18.   Design and implement a weight control program;
  19.   Describe training methods to improve sport performance.




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