EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY

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In this course, the principles of exercise physiology will be learned and applied via a series of lecture and laboratory experiences. The basic principles of exercise physiology build upon a firm understanding of both human anatomy and human physiology. This course will build upon basic physiology and principles learned in human physiology. These principles stem from how the human bodies normal structure and physiological functioning alters in response to bouts of physical activity. These acute and chronic adaptations and responses are critical to the understanding of injury/disease and to maximizing the role of the physical therapist in disease prevention strategies and health/wellness initiatives. In laboratory sessions, students will perform a variety of standardized test for the determination of cardiopulmonary fitness, body composition, caloric expenditure and muscular strength/endurance.