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Basic instruction in six man football fundamentals and techniques designed to give the student a laboratory experience in the sport. Lab fee.

Designed for both the beginner spinner (stationary cycling) as well as advanced spinners which allows all who participate to spin at their own maximum fitness capacity. The bulk of the course will be spent working out on the spinning bikes. However, we will also address the benefits of spinning, proper bike fit, pedaling technique, bike positions, heart rate zones, principles of aerboic and anaerobic training, hydration, nutrition, and stretching.

Instruction in performance of simple stunts; individual, dual, and group tumbling activities; trampoline; uneven parallel bars; vaulting; and balance beam with stress on safety, self-confidence, coordination and suppleness of movement. Lab fee.

This course introduces students to basic marathon training schedules and principles to include nutrition, hydration, periodization, rest, recovery, and race day strategies. Students will be expected to participate in regular training runs. The class will culminate by students participating in a sponsored half-marathon (13.1 miles) or a full marathon (26.2 miles). Lab fee.

Fundamentals of body conditioning with special emphasis on physical fitness and motor fitness through selected laboratory experience such as isometrics, isotonics, and circuit training. May be repeated once for credit. Lab fee.

A class for students needing modified activities because of limitations due to physical status. May be repeated once for credit. Lab fee.

This course introduces students to a variety of aerobic formats including stepping, short distance running and walking, kickboxing, BOSU, circuit and interval training. Designed for both beginners and more advanced levels of fitness, this course encourages students to participate at their maximum level. Class format includes pre and post fitness testing for cardiovascular endurance.

A progressive conditioning course that introduces the student to isotonic muscle contractions for the muscular development of strength and endurance. In addition, the course emphasizes weight room safety, proper spotting, and techniques in weight lifting. Lab fee.

Principles of program design, supervision, musculoskeletal risk factor identification, and methods of resistance training and assessment are emphasized in laboratory demonstrations. The course emphasizes a theoretical understanding of program design. (EXSS Majors only) Lab fee. Prerequisite: EXSS 3390, 2340 or 2371.

An orientation course which includes a study of the history, principles, objectives, philosophy, current trends, periodicals, and books of the professional field. Basic CPR Training and certification is incorporated in this course.

This course is designed to introduce students interested in coaching athletics to prevention and care of injuries and conditions related to athletic participation. Emergency management, injury signs and symptoms, basic injury care, rehabilitation and taping and wrapping techniques are also covered.

A study of factors that contribute to personal health, including nutrition, diet, weight control, emotional health, stress, proper use of drugs, and medical and dental services.

This course will address the role of nutrition throughout one’s life. Topics will include the issues of food choices, energy balance, and their relationship to the world issue of obesity and the obesity epidemic.

This course emphasizes medical terminology used in healthcare related professions. This course will go through a full understanding of medical terminology, from word origins to their application in areas such as pathological conditions, major bodily systems, disorders, treatments, medications and more.

This course emphasizes Safety, CPR, and First Aid for the allied healthcare professional in the Community, School, and Athletic healthcare settings.

An introduction to the basic concepts, career preparation skills and professional opportunities available in sport management.