PHED 131 - Swimming for Fitness

An individualized exercise program to develop cardiorespiratory fitness. Training methodology and conditioning principles applied to distance swimming. Emphasis on a personalized training program. This course does not include stroke technique. PREREQUISITE(S): Swimming proficiency. Assessment Level(s): AELR 930 /READ 099 . Two hours each week. Formerly PE 137.

1 semester hour

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Design an individualized training program based on present swimming capabilities.
Properly adapt workouts to his or her individual capabilities and sustain motivation and progress according to time restraints.
Maintain activity at his or her optimal work capacity through adherence to proper intensity levels and target training zone.
Perform proper warm-up and cool-down exercises to develop flexibility and prevent injury.
Utilize various swimming aids safety and correctly as part of the individualized program.
Develop speed, endurance, and technique in swimming skills.
Complete a written final examination satisfactorily.
Complete a course evaluation at the completion of the semester.

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