Foundations of Resistance Training

Catalog description

This course provides students with an understanding of the basic principles of resistance training - specificity, progressive overload, progression and individual variability. Students will gain practical experience using weight machines and free weights while learning proper execution, correct machine setup, training methods and basic programming. This course also emphasizes the importance of nutrition, sleep and mindfulness and how these key factors influence performance and recovery, promoting a holistic approach to fitness and health.