PE 115 Jogging

Emphasis is on a progressive jogging program to develop, maintain and assess cardiovascular fitness, and muscle endurance. Instruction will include: joint flexibility, proper technique, training principles, injury prevention and nutrition. Health, Wellness and Fitness concepts will be addressed. Repeatable up to 12 credits.

Credits

1

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Develop and improve cardiovascular fitness and muscle endurance
2. Develop knowledge of flexibility and core exercises that compliment jogging
3. Develop efficient jogging/ running techniques
4. Develop a positive interest in jogging for continued interest, enjoyment, improvement and participation
5. Develop the knowledge, ability to train, and compete in a jogging/running competition (Road Run)
6. Understand basic nutrition principles as they relate to lifelong weight maintenance and fueling for performance
7. Understand the make-up of a quality fitness workout and the five components of health-related fitness
8. Gain knowledge of and practice in different types of training programs and routines