This course is an introduction to the study of Physical Fitness. The student will be challenged with the need to develop a regular program of physical exercise emphasizing the five components of physical fitness. Methods of exercise programming and exercise prescription will be studied. A course granting one hour credit for participation on an intercollegiate athletic team. Students will be required to participate during the entire season and will be required to report on their contribution to the team effort.
Credit is granted in the semester following participation.
Function An introduction to the study of the human body, this course will concentrate on the systems of the human body. Special emphasis will be given to the cardiorespiratory nervous, muscular, and skeletal systems and their contribution to physical exercise. This course is a pre-requisite to many upper level HPE courses. Topics covered include examination of the mechanics, techniques, and strategies of coaching, the coach's relationship to the team, training, conditioning, game plans, scouting, etc. HPE201 Methods of Coaching Soccer.