Intro to Strength Training

Catalog description

This course will introduce strength training fundamentals and offer beginners/intermediates the chance to build strength through a customized routine. The course will include instruction on form and technique for body weight and weighted exercises; stretching; flexibility; cardiorespiratory training; spotting and strength training program design. Instructors will present information on muscle development, basic cardiorespiratory training; use of free weights, kettlebells and barbells. Class work involves initial orientation, discussion, definitions, free weight and barbell instruction, and a strength training program design. This course is a primer on the basics of strength training so that students can begin crafting a routine targeted toward achieving personal goals. **Fee: A course fee applied via SFS bill. See Course Notes for course fee information.**