Course

20807215 Walking & Running for Fitness
Course Information
Description
Provides instruction on the fundamentals of walking and/or running as a lifelong form of exercise, recreation, leisure, and/or competition. Provides students of any fitness level with group instruction on walking/running basics in conjunction with individualized programming set up by the instructor.
Total Credits
1
Course Competencies (Course Outcomes)
  1. Correlate the benefits of walking and/or running to cardiovascular health and fitness
    Assessment Strategies
    Journal, Exam, Reflection
    Criteria
    Describe the impact of walking and running on aerobic health, strength, and flexibility
    Explain physiological responses to walking and running

  2. Participate in walking and/or running exercises
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Demonstrate effective walking and running techniques
    Record completion of exercises

  3. Create an individualized walking and/or running program
    Assessment Strategies
    Journal, Exam, Reflection
    Criteria
    Identify personal fitness goals
    Assess current fitness level
    Incorporate your maximum heart rate and target healthy heart rate range into the program
    Specify walking and/or running exercises, noting frequency and duration for each, to achieve moderate or high intensity exercise