PE 170 Introduction to Weight Training (2 credits)
Course Description
This course is designed to introduce students to resistance training as a form of exercise to build muscular strength and muscular endurance.
Course Content
A. Medical clearance for exercise B. Benefits of physical fitness C. Health-related Components of fitness D. Behavior modification and habit building E. Goal-setting and evaluation F. Motivational techniques G. Exercise prescription and implementation H. Self-awareness; self-worth; confidence I. Fitness maintenance & progression J. Safety, rules and strategies for spotting K. Lifting Technique for Strength Training using free weights L. Lifting Technique for Strength Training using machines M. Alternate techniques for creating resistance N. Components of a warm-up and cool down O. Exercise Programming and Assessment P. Injury Prevention and Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
Student Outcomes
1. Identify medical clearance for safe participation in exercise and the benefits of participation in a comprehensive weight training program.
2. Demonstrate the health-related components of fitness to develop a safe exercise prescription for oneself unique to one’s personal expression and choice using safe and effective lifting techniques in a multi-modal manner.
3. Identify the benefits of exercise to improve one’s health and wellness through the development of SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound) goals for the purpose of self-analysis, self-discovery, and self-reflection.
4. Apply motivational techniques to follow a safe, comprehensive weight training program unique to one’s health and wellness needs.
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 40
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 40
Potential Methods
A. Individual Self Assessment B. Progress Monitoring using a Log/Journal C. Discussions D. Performance tasks E. Video upload F. Written response G. Teacher led feedback H. Peer observation and feedback I. Self-analysis and self-reflection
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