PHE 101 - Health and Fitness Activity

This stand-alone activity will introduce first-year students to the basic principles of physical fitness such as cardiorespiratory and musculoskeletal health through personal goal setting, routine physical activity instruction and supervision, health and fitness assessments, and ongoing evaluation and personal goal adjustments. Course objectives include exposing students to a variety of program offerings at the fitness and recreation center, and also helping them develop lifelong fitness habits and understanding. With supervision and guidance from the PHE Instructor, each student will participate two times a week for the full semester in a physical activity/exercise program that is appropriate for his or her current fitness and experience levels. Students will be encouraged to try a variety of activities and to be involved in program design and development as the semester progresses. Must be taken during the first year. Course Typically Offered: Every year.

Prerequisite(s): None.

Credits: 1