HACT 116 Strength Training for Women
This course is designed for women who are interested in the principles
and progression of strength training to enhance fitness, to improve
physique and posture, and to help prevent fatigue and other stress related
symptoms. This course emphasizes proper weight training
technique, skill progression, and weight room safety. This course may
be repeated once.
General Education Competency
[GE Core type]
HACT 116Strength Training for Women
Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.
I. General Information
Department
Health, Recreation & Fitness
II. Course Specification
Course Type
Program Requirement
General Education Competency
[GE Core type]
Semester Contact Hours Lab
30
Grading Method
Letter grade
III. Catalog Course Description
This course is designed for women who are interested in the principles
and progression of strength training to enhance fitness, to improve
physique and posture, and to help prevent fatigue and other stress related
symptoms. This course emphasizes proper weight training
technique, skill progression, and weight room safety. This course may
be repeated once.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Students will be aware of body composition changes per body fat measurements
- Students will improve/maintain the strength and endurance of muscles and joints
- Students will demonstrate appropriate safety practices
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
A. Daily Workout which includes a warm-up, strength training, core training, and cardio workouts with related assignments as needed
VI. Delivery Methodologies
Required Assignments
1 Design a Personal Workout assignment
2 Pre and Post fitness assessments
3 Partner and group workout programs
4 Health History Form
Required Exams
1. Post online safety evalulation
2. Pre and Post fitness assessments
Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements
1 Design a Personal Workout assignment
2 Pre and Post fitness assessments
3 Partner and group workout programs
4 Health History Form
1. Post online safety evalulation
2. Pre and Post fitness assessments