PE 192 Independent Fitness Activities (1 credit)
Prerequisite PE 190 or PE 191 with at least a 2.0 grade.
Course Description
This is the third course in a series of independent physical activity course designed and monitored through self-reporting to the instructor. Students will implement comprehensive independent fitness programs that are flexible and convenient to promote cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and improve body composition.
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
Student Outcomes
1. Identify medical clearance for safe independent continuation of exercise and the benefits of participation in a comprehensive fitness program.
2. Assess the health-related components of fitness to progress an exercise prescription for oneself unique to one’s personal expression and choice independently.
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.
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. 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
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