PHED combines cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and flexibility programs in addition to concepts of physical fitness and lifestyle. Requirements of the class include written lab activities, physical fitness programs and a written test. Pre and posttests will be administered to monitor progress. Numerous area and nationwide college and universities have a two-semester Wellness requirement for graduation. PHED 1164 can be transferred for the first semester course.
Students also take the course for self-improvement.
The NLC Physical Fitness Lab is equipped with Cybex, Nautilus, free weights, Stairmasters, treadmills and stationary bikes. Weight Lifting combines muscular strength, muscular endurance and flexibility programs in addition to concepts of weight lifting, nutrition and steroid abuse. They will also engage in abdominal and flexibility programs. Students who have had prior experience in Free Weights may continue their own muscular strength or body building programs. Also, students who have successfully completed PHED 1119 may write their own programs for free weights.