PEM 1177 - Pilates Plus

Institution:

St. Petersburg College

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Description:

1 credits This course covers three modalities of wellness: Pilates, kickboxing and resistance work. The main concentration will be on Pilates. The Pilates method emphasizes the core, building the abs, the lower back and buttocks to enhance muscle balance. Pilates improves coordination, joint mobility, balance, alignment and poor postural habits. The fitness principles of muscular strength, endurance, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance and body composition will be emphasized in each of these modalities. Additional assessment and management of nutritional habits will be emphasized. Each technique will be illustrated by the instructor at various levels of competency, i.e., beginners, intermediate and advanced. Music will be used to accompany the choreography of each modality as well as other fitness props. This course may be repeated for a total of 5 credits. 17 contact hours.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.spcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(727) 341-4772

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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