This course covers the knowledge the evaluation of fitness level and the components of fitness as applicable to the development of exercise programs. Emphasis will be on design and implementation of exercise programs for healthy and special populations based upon appropriate screening and evaluation procedures. The theory and practice of designing individualized and group exercise prescription is covered. A refresher program for CPR/AED will be given during this course and provide re-certification.
Lab component for Exercise Test & Prescription
This course is designed to provide a detailed understanding of the development of experimental design and methodologies in exercise physiology research. During this course, students will examine the acute and chronic responses to exercise. Considerable time will concentrate on the physiological responses to exercise at the systemic and cellular level. The designs are explored within the context of ergogenic aids, training strategies, selected disease states, temperature regulation, and isokinetic strength and energy metabolism.
This course is a Special Topics in Health Sciences