HPER 168L CIRCUIT TRAINING FOR SENIORS (1) An introduction to circuit training for the senior population. This course is designed to give seniors a total-body workout within a single class format. Safety in both technique and exercise progression is emphasized. Primary activity consists of alternating aerobic exercise with the use of strength-training machines. May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit. Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring. Two lab hours. HPER 169L BEGINNING CIRCUIT TRAINING (1) This course combines strength training and aerobics to provide a total-body workout within a single class format. Primary activity consists of alternating aerobic exercise with work on strength-training machines. May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit. Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring. Two lab hours. HPER 170L SENIOR AEROBICS (1) This class is designed for students above 50 years of age to improve physical fitness, using a variety of aerobic modalities (aerobic dance, calisthenics, walking, stepping). Emphasis is placed on safe exercise progression. May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit. Offered occasionally. Two lab hours. HPER 171L STRENGTH TRAINING FOR SENIORS (1) An introduction to strength-training techniques for seniors. The course concentrates on development of muscular strength, conditioning and fitness. Safety in both technique and exercise progression is emphasized. The course includes a discussion on how strength training can enhance health after 50. May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit. Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring. Two lab hours. HPER 172L BEGINNING FITNESS PROGRAM ♥ (1) Designed for individuals with little or no exercise and fitness training experience. Emphasis is given to activities that improve the five health-related components of fitness. Current principles and guidelines of fitness, exercise and nutrition will be the foundation for designing exercise programs to meet the student’s unique health and fitness needs. Student must be 16 years of age or older to enroll. Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring. Two lab hours. HPER 173L SWIMMING FITNESS PROGRAM ♥ (1) Designed for students who are interested in achieving health and fitness by swimming, this class is especially beneficial for those who want an aerobic workout with less stress on the joints. Emphasis is given to activities that improve the five health-related components of fitness and designing 213
exercise programs to meet the student’s unique health and fitness needs. Student must be 16 years of age or older to enroll. Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring. Two lab hours. HPER 174L ADAPTIVE EXERCISE (1) This course enables students with disabilities to participate in a fitness program that is designed to meet their specific needs. May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit. Offered: Occasionally. Two lab hours. HPER 175L FITNESS FOR FIREFIGHTERS (1) This is a physical activity class designed specifically for firefighters. Special attention is given to developing the functional strength, power, flexibility, and cardiovascular and muscular endurance that the occupation demands. Students are introduced to the basic principles of strength and conditioning, biomechanics, injury prevention and program development. Orientation is required. May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit. Offered: Occasionally. Two lab hours. HPER 177L INDOOR SOCCER (1) This course is for students interested in improving individual playing skills, game strategies and conditioning of soccer. Emphasis is on the development of individual and team skills through competition. Drills, team strategies and games are arranged to allow the active and integral participation of beginning and experienced players. May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit. Offered: Occasionally. Two lab hours. HPER 179L R.I.P.P.E.D. FITNESS (1) Designed for students who want to improve their fitness levels using resistance and cardio-respiratory exercises by combining interval training and Plyometrics with dietary education. This program incorporates formatted music. R.I.P.P.E.D. is an acronym for: Resistance, Intervals, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, and Diet. Offered: Occasionally. Two lab hours. HPER 180L BOOT CAMP FITNESS (1) This class is specially designed for students who want to improve their power, speed, coordination, agility, strength and cardiovascular endurance in a challenging class format. Students will experience nontraditional training modalities such as medicine ball, hurdles, jump ropes and various terrain training in an indoor/outdoor setting. Students should be free of any chronic and/or acute injuries. May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit. Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring. Two lab hours.