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Dec 26, 2024
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PED 175 - Weight Training
Introduction to the weight room including free weights, weight machines, and lifting equipment. Components of fitness, principles of training, strength development, lifting techniques and spotting are topics covered within the course. Students will develop individualized strength training programs and participate in the programs they create.
Credits: (1/2)
Hours
3 Class Hours, 12 Laboratory Hours per half semester
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the components of a strength training program through development of an effective personal program.
- Perform and assess proper lifting and spotting techniques for basic exercises in the weight room.
- Identify, through performing exercises to work each of the major muscle groups, including the use of repetition and sets.
- Describe the FITT principle, progressive overload, and other principles of training as they pertain to strength training.
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