EXSC 445 Fitness Assessment
Basic assessments of the five health-related components of fitness are presented. Course topics include review and practice of assessments for muscular strength and endurance; flexibility, body composition and cardiovascular fitness. Analysis of relationships between physical fitness and degenerative diseases are presented and discussed. The role of exercise in a wellness lifestyle and methods of evaluating and prescribing physical fitness activities will also be covered. Prerequisites:
EXSC 360