Intercollegiate Sports Athletics Participation
FIT101
This is a one semester credit hour substitution for students who completed one full season of Penn College Intercollegiate sports.
1 Credit: 1 Lecture
Course Descriptions
Introduction to Fitness Principles
FIT120
Practical application of fitness principles to assist in making a personal exercise prescription plan for improved health, fitness and wellness. Discussion points include the five health-related components of fitness principles, facility etiquette and safety.
1 Credit: 1 Lecture
Weight Training
FIT132
Introduction to personal fitness through the use of selectorized resistance machines. Study includes basic muscle anatomy, training methods, and progressive program design that meets the individual's needs. (formerly FIT172)
1 Credit: .50 Lecture, 1.50 Lab
Aerobic Cross Training
FIT133
Integration of personal wellness concepts that focus on cardiorespiratory training through the use of cardio equipment, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), intervals, and other methods of aerobic training. (formerly FIT173)
1 Credit: .50 Lecture, 1.50 Lab
Free-Weight Training
FIT134
Introduction to personal fitness through the use of free-weight equipment to design personal workouts using a progressive program approach to increase muscle development and personal strength. (formerly FIT174)
1 Credit: .50 Lecture, 1.50 Lab
Basic Fitness Training
FIT135
Introduction to personal fitness using a variety of fitness equipment, including cardio, selectorized machines, and free weights. (formerly FIT175)
1 Credit: .50 Lecture, 1.50 Lab
Wellness for the Working Professional
FIT140
Exploration of the integrated relationship of physical activity, lifestyle choices and health outcomes as they relate to overall wellness of the working professional. Challenges inherent in the students' chosen career fields will be addressed through appropriate exercise prescription, lifestyle behavior modification strategies, and techniques that enhance health, longevity and vitality through the lifespan.
1 Credit: .50 Lecture, 1.50 Lab
Physical Fitness for Weight Management
FIT148
Introduction to personal fitness specific for weight management. Focus on body composition and behavior management strategies for improved wellness. (formerly FIT181)
1 Credit: .50 Lecture, 1.50 Lab
Personal Fitness
FIT150
Individualized, progressive program of personal fitness designed to improve overall wellness. Access to fitness facility or equipment is recommended.
1 Credit: 1 Lecture
Fitness Yoga
FIT152
Personal fitness training that combines aspects of vinyasa yoga with strength and conditioning principles. Contents include an introduction to yoga, proper breathing techniques, stress management through breath and movement, cardiovascular benefits, and strength and conditioning principles. Fitness yoga is a progressive, active-participation program designed to increase strength, flexibility, and muscular endurance.
1 Credit: .50 Lecture, 1.50 Lab
Group Cycling & TRX
FIT153
Proper techniques and safe practices of cycling and TRX training (suspension training) are introduced and practiced. Emphasis is placed on maintaining or improving cardiovascular fitness, increasing flexibility and core stability, and strengthening neuromuscular systems through instructor guided activities and workouts.
1 Credit: .50 Lecture, 1.50 Lab
Walking & Physical Fitness
FIT154
Introduction to fitness walking as a personal fitness program.
1 Credit: 1 Lecture
Fitness Nutrition
FIT183
Examination of basic nutrition principles. Topics include the role diet and nutrition play in health, physical fitness, and performance. Common myths and misconceptions will be discussed. Students learn to make educated food choices and develop nutrition programs to enhance their health and physical fitness, and to optimize performance. (previously SPN180)
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Functional Fitness Training
FIT185
Exploration of human movement science from the perspective of the body as an integrated unit incorporating the neural, articular, and soft tissue systems working within the kinetic chain. Theory is assimilated through cognitive, effective, and psychomotor learning experiences. Topics include functional anatomy, integrated movement principles, and common postural defects. Integrated movement training methodologies are covered, including movement preparation, anatomical and universal core stability, ascending and descending movement, injury reduction, and functional training strategies.
1 Credit: .50 Lecture, 1.50 Lab
Fitness Running
FIT195
Basic principles of designing a personal fitness running program. Topics include running/jogging form, proper clothing, injury prevention, nutrition, and goal setting. Emphasis will be on working toward completing a 3.1 mile (5K) fitness run.
1 Credit: .50 Lecture, 1.50 Lab
Current Issues in Personal & Community Health
FIT203
Exploration of contemporary health-related issues throughout the lifespan, including lifestyle-related diseases. Emphasis on health promotion, health maintenance and disease prevention among populations. Study includes the impact of socioeconomic, environmental and cultural backgrounds on the health of differing population groups. (formerly FIT201)
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Coping with Stress
FIT205
Examination of stress as a factor in everyday life, emphasizing the origins of stress and strategies for reducing it to a manageable level. Topics include examination of individual stressors, analysis of how people react differently to stress, and the connection between stress and negative health outcomes.
2 Credits: 2 Lecture
Wellness: Choices for Life
FIT208
Examination of fitness and wellness concepts to promote healthier choices and lifestyle behaviors. Focus on practical application of behavioral change and motivational strategies. Workable strategies for being healthy and fit provide a practical, yet comprehensive, approach to wellness and encourage behavioral changes. (formerly FIT207)
2 Credits: 2 Lecture