Carroll Community College

PHED-101, Lifetime Fitness and Wellness

Credits: 3

General Education Course

Course Description

Lifetime Fitness and Wellness introduces the student to the fundamental relationship between physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle.  The theoretical components of fitness, principles of training, individual pre/post assessments, and prescription exercise programs are examined. Varied physical activity media are introduced to give the student practical experiences with the ultimate goal of self-directed lifetime wellness. Prerequisite: exemption/completion of READ-101. Credit by exam available.  Three hours lecture each week.  Three credits.  Three billable hours. Additional $50 fee. GENERAL EDUCATION

Course Objectives and Grading Information

Course Objectives Each student will demonstrate the ability to:

1. Articulate the relationship of physical fitness to a healthy lifestyle, and apply the components of fitness and training.

2. Evaluate his/her current level of wellness/fitness at the beginning and end of the course.

3. Establish fitness/wellness goals and develop lifestyle strategies for improvement.

4. Demonstrate the concept of progressive overload during strength and aerobic workouts.

5. Produce an educational fitness newsletter/pamphlet with cited scientific references. 6. Demonstrate effective psychosocial skills in classroom participation.