MCCCD Program Description

Instructional Competency: Cardiorespiratory Exercises and Activities

Course: EXS218

First Term: 2011 Fall

Lec + Lab 2 Credit(s) 3 Period(s) 2.7 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S

Description: Fundamental methods of instructing and leading fitness activities including cardiorespiratory exercises and activities. Core competencies identified by professional certification agencies.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
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)
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. 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)

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 2/22/2011

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