PE 202 - Physical Fitness I

Credit Hours: 1

An introductory class emphasizing the development of an individualized fitness program. Students will engage in a variety of activities while gaining knowledge of the health-related components of physical fitness to improve their overall fitness level. Students will focus on reaching the standards for entrance into the NYS police academy http://nytrooper.com/physical ability test.cfm and http://nytrooper.com/fitness levels.cfm.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

identify the physical benefits of an active lifestyle;
describe the five health-related components of physical fitness;
demonstrate measured improvements in cardiovascular, muscular strength and flexibility; and
design and implement a personal fitness program to meet personal goals.

F/S (C, N, S)