FAW 100F1 - Group Fitness Level I

1 Credits, 2 Contact Hours
0 lecture periods 2 lab periods

Total body conditioning through access to a variety of group fitness courses. Includes personal safety and preparation, fitness assessments and goal setting, cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, balance, and mind-body exercise.

Information: May be taken two times for a maximum of four credit hours. If this course is repeated, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.

Course Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate improvements in cardiovascular fitness, local muscular strength and endurance,
2. Demonstrate improvement in flexibility, balance, and/or breath awareness.
3. Demonstrate the ability to adhere to an exercise program.

Outline:
I. Personal Safety and Preparation

A. Assessing health risks

B. Principles and safety considerations of warming up and cooling down

C. Proper attire, including footwear for personal safety

II. Fitness Assessments and Goal Setting

A. Health related fitness

1. Cardiovascular endurance

2. Muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility

3. Balance and breath awareness

III. Strength and Conditioning

A. Weight lifting

B. Power movements

C. Dynamic flexibility

D. Balance and stabilization

F. Injury prevention

IV. Reassessment

Effective Term:
Fall 2021