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Intro to Weight Training

-This class is a course in which students will learn proper lifting/spotting technique, improve locomotor body movements, and participate in a structured weight training program.  Every student will be expected to participate in the structured exercises for the day.

Objectives:

• Understand basic anatomy and application of exercise physiology.
• Gain fundamental knowledge of physiological principles: strength training benefits, strength training effects, strength training principles.
• Develop an individualized program based upon student’s goals: Emphasizing either muscle strength, muscle endurance, muscle size, muscle flexibility or a combination of any.
• Learn and demonstrate proper lifting/spotting technique.
• Understand the different muscle groups and resistance exercises to strengthen muscle groups.
• Make personal gains in strength, mobility, fitness, and overall athleticism.

Strength and Performance

-This is a course in which students will implement proper lifting/spotting technique, improve locomotor body movements, and participate in a structured weight training program.  Every student will be expected to participate in the structured exercises for the day.

Course Objectives:

• Understand basic anatomy and application of exercise physiology.
• Gain fundamental knowledge of physiological principles: strength training benefits, strength training effects, strength training principles.
• Develop an individualized program based upon student’s goals: Emphasizing either muscle strength, muscle endurance, muscle size, muscle flexibility or a combination of any.
• Learn and demonstrate proper lifting/spotting technique.
• Understand the different muscle groups and resistance exercises to strengthen muscle groups.
• Make personal gains in strength, mobility, fitness, and overall athleticism.