Exercise for Special Populations

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The purpose of this course is to provide a detailed review of key physiological considerations for an exercise prescription in populations such as older adults, pregnant women, children, and those with physical/mental disabilities, in addition to those with pathological conditions including diabetes, heart disease, cancer, arthritis, obesity, and others. Graded on A-F basis only. Credit Hour s : 3 Prerequisites or Corequisites: NEP 3850W Prerequisites: NEP 1340 , NEP 3450