Principles of Strength and Conditioning

Catalog description

This course is designed to emphasize the essentials of strength training and conditioning related to human performance. Considerable emphasis is given toward exploring the scientific principles and theories of strength training and conditioning as well as their relevance in improving general health and athletic performance. General topics will include the concepts and applications of exercise science, testing and evaluation, exercise techniques, program design (anaerobic and aerobic exercise prescription), risk management, as well as facility organization and development. Lectures will focus on relating these concepts into a foundation upon which strength and conditioning strategies can be applied. Components: Class Prereqs/Coreqs: P: HHP 2740 and HHP 3020 Typically Offered: Spring