BIO 191 - Physiological Basis of Exercise and Physical Fitness

Institution:

Thiel College

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Description:

An overview of the physical and physiological aspects of exercise. Topics covered include biological systems necessary to adapt to exercise; the proper development of an exercise program; nutrition; exercise and weight control; psychological aspects of exercise; and beneficial and detrimental aspects of exercise. Students will be required to design and implement a personal exercise program. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory. Designed specifically to meet requirements of Group Five (Health) area of the IR. Offered spring term of even-numbered years.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.thiel.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 589-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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