PEH 142: Cross-Training

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Class Program

Exercise Science

Credits

Clinical Hours None

Weekly Contact Hours

Course ID

091821

Meets Degree Requirements For

General Elective - PEH Activity

Description

Designed to develop, improve and maintain cardiovascular fitness, strength, endurance and flexibility through a variety of cross training activities in a fun group setting. Emphasis will be on proper fundamentals of lifting with weights, TRX bands and the student's own body weight. All ages and fitness levels are encouraged. May be repeated for credit.

Grading Basis

Graded

Course Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate the proper cross training lifting techniques to avoid injury.

Understand and apply basic knowledge of strength-training principles as they relate to cross-training.

Design a cross-training program for improving strength, endurance, flexibility and overall health.

Core Topics

Use and fundamentals of all equipment, spotting techniques, safety and rules of the weight training room.
Health related components of physical fitness; cardiorespiratory, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and body composition.
Personal assessments including muscle strength and endurance, body composition, body measurements and flexibility.