PE 112 Fitness Circuits

This is an advanced fitness class that utilizes fitness circuits to improve overall endurance, strength, and flexibility. Circuit difficulty will progress throughout the quarter. Various exercise equipment will be used. Concepts on nutrition, stress management and weight control are introduced. Repeatable up to 12 credits.

Credits

1

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Increase aerobic and anaerobic fitness levels
2. Increase cardiovascular fitness, improve muscle tone and flexibility
3. Understand and practice safe exercise technique while participating in a variety of circuit training programs
4. Develop the knowledge of basic exercises for all major muscle groups
5. Gain knowledge of basic human anatomy, training terminology, and other various exercise science topics
6. Understand basic nutrition principles as they relate to lifelong weight maintenance and fueling for performance
7. Establish techniques to successfully identify and reduce the effects of certain stressors
8. Gain knowledge of and participate in a variety of fitness circuit routines