Exercise Physiology Course

Program Overview

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This online course in exercise prescription focuses on the practical application of physiological concepts to determine fitness levels, prescribe exercise, and monitor for overexertion and underlying disease. It covers principles of exercise training, theories of obesity and weight control, and the interaction of various body systems during exercise. The course is taught by Perry L Powell and prepares students for careers as fitness instructors, enabling them to prescribe exercise and educate clients on exercise and health.

Program Outline

Outline:

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Course Content:

• Application of exercise prescription to achieve desired outcomes
• Principles of exercise training and fitness level determination
• Theories of obesity, weight control, exercise, age, and disease

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Course Structure:

• Online course with no set meeting times

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Course Schedule:

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Spring 2024

• April 1 - June 16 (Canceled)

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Summer 2024

• June 24 - September 8 (Future Offering)

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Individual Modules:

No individual modules are specified in the provided context.

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Assessment:

Assessment methods and criteria are not mentioned in the provided context.

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Teaching:

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Teaching Methods:

• Practical application of physiological concepts

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Faculty:

• Perry L Powell

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Unique Approaches:

• Emphasis on practical application of physiological concepts in determining fitness levels, prescribing exercise, and monitoring for overexertion and underlying disease

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Careers:

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Potential Career Paths:

• Fitness instructor

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Opportunities:

• Prescribing exercise and monitoring fitness levels
• Educating clients on exercise and health

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Outcomes:

• Improved understanding of the interaction of various systems within the human body during exercise
• Enhanced ability to apply physiological concepts in fitness instruction