FAW 131 - Indoor Cycling

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

Cardiovascular conditioning set to music and performed on a stationary bicycle. Includes personal safety and preparation, key concepts, personal fitness assessment and activity modifications, and elements of indoor cycling training.

Information: May be taken two times for a maximum of two 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

Demonstrate improvement in cardiovascular fitness.
Demonstrate improvement in muscular endurance and/or flexibility.
Demonstrate the ability to adhere to an exercise program.

Outline:

Personal Safety and Preparation
1. Assessing health risks
2. Principles and safety considerations of warming up and cooling down
3. Proper attire, including footwear and bike shorts
4. Hydration
Key Concepts
1. Cycle set-up
2. Positioning and alignment
3. Techniques for speed and strength work
4. Indoor cycling terminology
Personal Fitness Assessment and Activity Modifications
1. Cardiovascular, muscular endurance, and flexibility
2. Personal goal setting
3. Confidence in performing exercises
4. Exercise intensity
  1. Rate of perceived exertion and exercise heart rate
  2. Techniques to increase or decrease exercise intensity
  3. Recovery heart rate
Elements of Indoor Cycling Training
1. Interval training
2. Steady state training
3. Power and strength training
4. Speed training
5. Anaerobic training