EXSC 230Phys Activity Across Lifespan

Catalog

Content taught in this course revolves around the behavior of physical activity as it relates to health and wellness across the lifespan. Topics covered include: 1) population-specific guidelines for disease prevention and the attainment of substantial health-related outcomes; 2) scholarly investigation of current issues and trends in varying demographics over time; 3) approaches to assessing the unique and varied components physical activity in both individual and group-based settings; 4) the study of personal, social, and environmental determinants of behavioral engagement; and 5) the evaluation of strategies aimed at promoting behavioral adoption and maintenance.