PE 139 Yoga - Special Topics (1 credit)
Course Description
Yoga Special Topics is a diverse approach to the modern practice of Yoga with varying topics being introduced. It includes yoga, dance, and yoga sculpt in practical workouts to reduce stress while improving strength and flexibility.
Course Content
A. Yoga positions and poses
B. Muscular strength and muscular endurance
C. Flexibility considerations
D. Core training
E. Benefits of a fitness program
F. Energy balance and weight control
G. Determination of exercise intensity
H. Breathing and meditation technique
Student Outcomes
1. Demonstrate and practice yoga poses and postures.
2. Compare and contrast the different yoga activities to improve muscular strength, toning and flexibility, tailoring the practice to an individual’s specific abilities and limitations.
3. Perform at the appropriate exercise intensity for oneself based on the principles of exercise prescription.
4. Describe how a regular fitness program provides benefits to self-esteem, social confidence and improved motor skills.
5. Explain how a regular exercise program and a healthy nutritional lifestyle impacts energy balance and weight control.
6. Detail the benefits of yoga as a low to moderate intensity physical activity supporting stress reduction, improved flexibility and improved strength.
Degree Outcomes
Program Outcome: Graduates will increase their awareness, knowledge and behavioral skills regarding the role of physical activity and exercise as a foundation for life-long health and wellness.
Global Citizenship: Graduates will be able to critically examine the relationship between self, community, and/or environments, and to evaluate and articulate potential impacts of choices, actions, and contributions for the creation of sustainable and equitable systems.
Lecture Contact Hours 0
Lab Contact Hours 20
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 20
Potential Methods
A. Practical Demonstration and Assessment of Skills
B. Teacher observation
C. Discussions
D. Written evaluation
E. Self evaluation of fitness components
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