KINS 256 Exercise Physiology (5 credits)

2. Describe the adaptations to acute and chronic exercise, to include aerobic and anaerobic training.

3. Examine the neuromuscular concepts, to include force development, fiber recruitment, fiber typing, contraction type, speed of contraction, delayed onset of muscle soreness, and fatigability of the muscle.

4. Discuss the three energy systems with respect to the rate at which energy can be produced and sustained.

5. Describe hormonal regulation as it applies to metabolism and fluid balance during exercise.

6. Examine the body composition and nutritional needs of an individual, considering the importance of optimal body composition for peak exercise and athletic performance. 

7. Apply various methods using the results of measurements for energy expenditure, aerobic and anaerobic capacity, body composition, and the concepts behind the measurement tools used to improve performance and/or fitness.

Degree Outcomes
Critical, Creative, and Reflective Thinking: Graduates will evaluate, analyze, synthesize, and generate ideas; construct informed, meaningful, and justifiable conclusions; and process feelings, beliefs, biases, strengths, and weaknesses as they relate to their thinking, decisions, and creations.

Program Outcome: Graduates will promote the health and fitness of clients by using and articulating their understanding of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) guidelines for personal trainers’ characteristics and needs to create environments that are healthy, respectful, supportive, and challenging for all clients.

Lecture Contact Hours 50
Lab Contact Hours 0
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 50