PHED 109 - Strength Training

Number of Credits: 1
Strength Training is a one credit activity course that introduces the student to the basics of strength training as an important part of a wellness lifestyle. Students learn specific movement skills, use of proper equipment and principles of training for a safe and effective conditioning program. Two hours laboratory each week. One Credit. One billable hour.

Pre-requisite(s): eligible for ENG 001 or higher.
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Collect and interpret personal fitness and wellness data. ( PG1,5 GE2,7, Fitness and Wellness Assessments)
Develop movement skills that improve fitness, balance, coordination and body awareness. (PG 1,4 GE 2,7, Participation, Exercise Logs, Weekly Journal Reflections)
Students differentiate between safe and unsafe fitness training activities. (PG1 GE2 Written Assignment, Quizzes)
Design a personalized fitness training program that incorporates skills learned in the course. (PG1,4,5 GE2,7 written and oral assignments)