Details:

Prerequisite: High school level biology.

Outcomes:

After completing this class, students should be able to:

• Locate and identify characteristics of muscles, bones and attachments within the human body
• Identify agonist and antagonistic muscle groups for specific exercises
• Identify different types of joints, basic mechanics and injuries common to specific joints
• Develop fitness training programs designed to improve specific components of fitness while reducing the risk of injury
• Apply linear and angular motion mechanics in developing an exercise plan to optimize components of a fitness program
• Through observation or the use of film, apply anatomical and mechanical concepts needed to qualitatively assess motor skills
• Develop fitness programs based on stated goals of strength development, flexibility, muscle endurance, cardiovascular health or improved body composition