2025-2026 Pierce College Catalog 
    
    May 17, 2025  
2025-2026 Pierce College Catalog
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PE 232 Intermediate 5K Training (2 credits)



Course Description
This is an intermediate course designed to guide students in progression and implementation of a progressive running/walking training program with an intention to run/walk a 5K distance.

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 K.  Proper shoe selection L.  Walking/Running Biomechanical Strategies M.  Nutritional strategies for optimal performance

Student Outcomes
1. Identify medical clearance for safe participation in exercise and the benefits of participation in a comprehensive fitness program.
2. Assess the health-related components of fitness to progress a running/walking exercise prescription for oneself unique to one’s personal expression and choice to maintain motivation. 
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 enhanced motivational techniques and additional strategies to improve one’s performance in a comprehensive running/walking program to participate in a 5K distance event. 

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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