STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 1. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

 2. Understand the application of principles of exercise science, human anatomy, and

    biomechanics to movement design and exercise instruction.

 3. Understand principles and methods of training for cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular

    strength and endurance, and flexibility.

 4. Demonstrate the ability to individualize exercise instruction for apparently healthy adults

    using an exercise progression model.

 5. Demonstrate the proper usage of various commercial fitness machines and equipment utilizing

    appropriate exercise guidelines and spotting techniques.

 6. Exhibit the communication skills needed in personal fitness instruction.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Exercise science

         A.      Exercise physiology

         B.      Human anatomy

         C.      Biomechanics and applied kinesiology

         D.      Nutrition

 II.     Screening and evaluation

         A.      Health screening by determining a client¿s medical status and risk factors.

         B.      Testing and evaluation by biometric evaluation of client¿s fitness level.

 III.    Principles and methods of training

         A.      Cardiorespiratory fitness and exercise

         B.      Muscular strength and endurance

         C.      Strength training program design

         D.      Flexibility

 IV.     Individualized program design

         A.      Programming for the healthy adult

         B.      Special populations and their health concerns

 V.      Leadership and implementation

         A.      Principles of adherence and motivation

         B.      Communication and teaching techniques

         C.      Basics of behavior change and health psychology

 VI.     Injury prevention and first aid

         A.      Musculoskeletal injuries

         B.      Emergency procedures

 VII.    Legal issues

         A.      Legal guidelines and professional responsibilities