Maricopa Community Colleges  PED212CR   20016-20086 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 05/22/01
PED212CR 20016-20086 L+L 2 Credit(s) 3 Period(s)
Instructional Competency Laboratory: Cardiorespiratory Exercises and Activities
Fundamental methods of instructing and leading fitness activities including cardiorespiratory exercises and activities. Core competencies identified by professional certification agencies.
Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
PED212CR   20016-20086 Instructional Competency Laboratory: Cardiorespiratory Exercises and Activities
1. Screen and classify participants prior to exercise participation based upon American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) guidelines. (I)
2. Describe the benefits and specific exercises composing a proper warm-up and cool-down relative to a variety of physical activities. (II)
3. Describe anatomical and physiological characteristics relative to cardiorespiratory exercises and activities. (III)
4. Demonstrate effective exercises incorporating various measurements to enhance cardiorespiratory endurance in the general population. (IV)
5. Develop programs that will enhance cardiorespiratory fitness and help to prevent musculoskeletal injuries. (V)
6. Differentiate between appropriate and contraindicated exercises for the majority of an apparently healthy adult population. (VI)
7. Develop safe and effective cardiorespiratory programs for individuals of varying physical abilities and needs. (VII)
8. Develop cardiorespiratory programs for symptomatic adults and other special needs populations. (VIII)
9. Demonstrate the techniques and skills critical to effective and motivating instruction for individuals, and groups. (IX)
10. Explain the most recent ACSM recommendations for the quantity and quality of exercise for developing cardiorespiratory fitness in healthy adults. (X)
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PED212CR   20016-20086 Instructional Competency Laboratory: Cardiorespiratory Exercises and Activities
    I. Exercise Screening
        A. Principles and procedures
        B. Health and medical history questionnaires
        C. Informed consent
        D. American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) classification guidelines
      II. Cardiorespiratory Exercises and Activities
          A. Warm-up
            1. Exercises
            2. Activities
            3. Benefits
          B. Cool-down
            1. Exercises
            2. Activities
            3. Benefits
        III. Cardiorespiratory Anatomy and Physiology
            A. Oxygen uptake
            B. Oxygen utilization
            C. Effect of cardiorespiratory exercises
            D. Heart rate measurement
              1. Monitor resting heart rate
              2. Monitor target heart rate
          IV. Evaluation of Cardiorespiratory Exercise
              A. Cardiorespiratory measurements
                1. Heart Rate Reserve
                2. Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE)
                3. Heart Rate Maximum (HR Max)
                4. Metabolic Equivalents (METs)
              B. Exercise equipment and activities
                1. Long slow distance
                2. Interval training
                3. Fartek training
            V. Decrease Risk of Musculoskeletal Injuries
                A. Program design
                B. Body mechanics
                C. Specificity
              VI. Unsafe Exercises
                  A. Contraindications
                  B. Precautions
                VII. Program Development for Healthy Adult Populations
                    A. Training methods
                    B. Exercise selection
                    C. Muscle balance
                    D. Exercise order
                    E. Training volume
                    F. Rest periods
                    G. Training frequency
                    H. Progression
                  VIII. Program Development for Symptomatic Adults
                      A. Program design
                      B. Equipment
                      C. Precautions
                      D. Physical limitations
                      E. Rehabilitation
                    IX. Effective and Motivational Instruction
                        A. Individual instruction
                        B. Group instruction
                      X. Professional Certification Agency Guidelines
                          A. National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
                          B. American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
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