Jenzabar University

Exercise Testing and Prescription (PHF 208)

Term: 2018-2019 Spring Semester

Faculty

James A St PierreShow MyInfo popup for James A St Pierre

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Schedule

Mon-Wed, 11:00 AM - 12:25 PM (1/22/2019 - 5/13/2019) Location: CMCC KIRK 107
Wed, 12:30 PM - 2:25 PM (1/22/2019 - 5/13/2019) Location: CMCC KIRK GYM

Description

PHF 208 Exercise Testing and Prescription
4 credits (3 Lecture 1 Lab 0 Shop)
5 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture 2 Hr, Lab) *15 wks
Students will participate in client interviews to develop fitness goals and assess compatibility. The course will cover pre-participation health appraisal screening and recognize when to refer individuals to healthcare professionals. Students will understand and correctly administer proper fitness assessments on exercise clients in a safe manner. Students will understand apply concepts of strength training and aerobic endurance to design strength and aerobic endurance programs specific to client goals for healthy and special populations. Prerequisite: PHF 155 .