2020-2021 Catalog 
    
    Apr 24, 2024  
2020-2021 Catalog [PREVIOUS CATALOG YEAR]

PHE 120A - Aqua Fit


Description: Water training program, works all fitness components: Cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and endurance, and flexibility. All fitness levels, swimmers, and non-swimmers.

Credits: 1
Lab: 2

Course Content:
  1. Fitness training principles
  2. Rate of perceived exertion (RPE)
  3. Positive and negative effects of water exercise
  4. Safety
  5. Exercise adherence

Learning Outcomes:
  1. Apply training principles to improve and maintain: aerobic capacity, muscular strength and endurance, and flexibility. (1)
  2. Use resistance and water tools to develop strength and aerobic capacity. (1,3)
  3. Use rate of perceived exertion (RPE) to monitor workload. (2)
  4. Use safe techniques to maximize work. (4)
  5. Apply strategies and techniques for exercise adherence for healthy lifestyle behaviors. (5)