Exercise Physiology

Acute and chronic physiological adaptations to exercise stress. Topics include: metabolic, skeletal muscle, respiratory and cardiovascular function during exercise, body composition, the elite athlete, ergogenic acids, and performance. Includes labs on techniques to quantify human performance capacity.

Wellness for All

An introduction into the dimensions of wellness and different health/wellness programs for individuals with a wide array of health problems. Students will also be introduced to health disparities and possible solutions. Topics include the dimensions of wellness, issues in multi-cultural medicine, and programs for individuals with chronic disease and disabilities.

Biomechanics

Introduction to mechanics and its application to human motion. Includes linear and angular kinematics and kinetics, mechanics of fluids, and elementary analysis of human motion.

Human Performance & Nutrition

Designed to engage students in: 1. Fundamental questions, ideas and methods of analysis, 2. Application of these methods to real world problems, 3. Critical thinking through inquiry, problem-solving and analysis and 4. Awareness of how race, ethnicity and social "class" impact health and wellness. This course provides the base of knowledge required to understand the role of diet and exercise in optimizing athletic performance AND overall health.
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