Course Description
This course concentrates on the principles of being fit and includes subjects such as evaluating fitness, flexibility, anatomy and physiology of body systems as they relate to being fit (oxygen transport, heart health, muscle fibers, etc.), nutrition, hydration, and designing a personal fitness program. The purpose of this course is to acquire knowledge of physical fitness concepts, understand the influence of lifestyle on health and fitness, and begin to develop an optimal level of fitness.
Major Concepts
Major Concepts
- Self-evaluation
- Training Principles
- Flexibility
- Cardiovascular Fitness and Anatomy
- The Respiratory System
- Exercise Myths
- Core Training
- Nutrition
- Eating Disorders