MCCCD Program Description

Resistance Training and Recovery Techniques

Course: EXS215

First Term: 2021 Fall

Lec + Lab 3.0 Credit(s) 4.0 Period(s) 4.0 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: T - Lab Load

Description: Fundamental methods for safe and effective instruction of resistance and functional movement training exercises. Application of foundational principles of physiology and kinesiology. Overview of warm-up, cooldown, and recovery techniques.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Predict physiological and neuromuscular responses and adaptations to resistance and functional movement exercises. (I) 2. Design individual and group evidence-based functional movement and resistance training sessions for apparently healthy adults and athletic populations. (II) 3. Create evidence-based warm-ups, cooldowns, and recovery techniques that achieve the desired physiological response for a given physical activity. (II) 4. Screen and classify participants prior to exercise participation according to industry standards. (II) 5. Demonstrate proper technique for a variety of functional movement, balance, and resistance training exercises, including multi-joint movement patterns. (III) 6. Utilize safe instructional techniques that are responsive to client needs and optimize motor learning. (III) 7. Lead and manage small groups to maximize instructional time. (III) 8. Apply motivational strategies that optimize physical activity adherence. (III) 9. Identify modifications for special populations that achieve desired adaptations. (IV) 10. Demonstrate industry accepted professional and ethical behavior. (V)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Physiological responses and adaptations A. Neuromuscular B. Neuroendocrine C. Bioenergetic D. Cardiorespiratory II. Program design for health and sports performance A. Principles of design 1. Progressive overload 2. Specificity 3. Program progression 4. Safety and efficiency 5. Biomechanical and functional anatomy considerations B. Session structure 1. Warm-up 2. Work component 3. Cool-down 4. Recovery techniques C. Interpretation of assessments D. Risks and contraindications III. Individual and group format instruction for health and sports performance A. Maintaining client and instructor safety 1. Proper exercise technique a. Functional anatomy considerations b. Biomechanical considerations, including equipment design 2. Spotting techniques 3. Facility set-up and equipment maintenance 4. Equipment use a. Machines b. Free weights c. Functional equipment d. Non-traditional implements and alternative modes 5. Environmental concerns a. Exercise attire b. Exercise surface c. Heat index B. Adapting instruction and session design 1. Maximizing instructional time 2. Optimizing learning through feedback and cueing 3. Optimizing exercise adoption and adherence a. Behavior change techniques b. Motivational techniques IV. Special populations A. Geriatric B. Children and adolescents C. Pregnancy D. Injury E. Chronic illness V. Ethical and professional considerations A. Consent for physical contact B. Referral considerations C. Copyright considerations D. Inclusive practices

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 23, 2021

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.