PE 185HF - High Fitness

1 Credit(s)

Course Description: High energy cardio workout for men and women. Uses choreographed aerobics with upbeat music to create a fun, heart pounding, engaging, and effective workout. Combining cardio and toning exercises (aerobic and anaerobic training). Alternating between high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and moderate/active recovery tracks. No equipment, full body workout to increase endurance, stamina, strength, and cardiovascular health. Range of modifications shown throughout entire course, making this workout adaptable for all fitness levels and body types. Will have ongoing discussions about cardio health, muscular strength and endurance, basic anatomy and injury prevention. We will also be discussing ways to measure health, including but not limited to body mass index (BMI), weight, progress pictures, body measurements, non-scale victories, and any improvements they noticed with mental health. Each class will consist of a 10 -15 min warm up, workout period, and a 20 min cool down/stretch. Course is repeatable.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Apply principles of proper form and alignment while working out.
CLO#2: Demonstrate improvement in body composition in one of the following categories: (a) greater flexibility, (b) increased cardio-respiratory endurance (c) improved lung capacity (d) increased muscle strength and endurance (e) reduced fat percentage and/or measurements.
CLO#3: Utilize proper stretching, warm-up, and cool-down techniques to prevent injury and promote recovery. (ILO: Critical Thinking)

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (30) and a standard RCC delivery of (33) lab (physical education activity course) hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.