EXERCISE PRESRIPTION & APPLICATION

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This course provides theoretical knowledge and practical skills to design personalized exercise programs that produce specific physiologic responses and adaptations. Emphasis is placed on prescribing safe and effective cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal, and weight management programs for individuals with or without a controlled disease. The lab provides students the opportunity to acquire the necessary skills to perform a fitness assessment and exercise testing for cardio-respiratory fitness, body composition, muscle flexibility, strength, and endurance, and to demonstrate various exercises prescribed. Pre-requisites: HPER 3403 Exercise Physiology + Lab and Biomechanics + Lab