This course focuses on adaptive exercise techniques for a variety of populations (i.e. children, pregnancy, older adults, disabilities, and chronic disease). Students will learn how to modify exercises and/or equipment to effectively and safely accommodate these groups.
Target population: Various
- Course Instructor: Tim Rush
- Lab Instructor: Sarah King
- Lab Technician: Jasmine Collins, Christian Cassie, Rachel Quinn
- Semester: Three
Lab Sections:
- Section 1: Wednesday 12 – 2 PM
- Section 2: Thursday 4- 6 PM
- Section 3: Friday 1 – 3 PM
- Section 4: Monday 4 – 6 PM
Lab Schedule
| Course: PHRE 3044 - Special Populations | Movement Pattern: Single-joint | isolation | Target: Quadriceps | Synergist(s): |
| Exercise |  | ||
| Regressions: | Progressions: | | Sit-to-Stand Squat | |
| Key Teaching Points | Expectation: [if 456 equals="Supervised Practice"]Supervised Practice [/if 456][if 456 not_equal="Supervised Practice"]Independent Learning[/if 456] | [579] | |
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| Description: | Secure ankle straps around both ankles. Seated upright. Place one foot securely on the floor (or foot pedal if wheelchair is being used). Raise the opposite foot until the knee is full extended. Engage the quadriceps muscle as you extend the leg. Make sure wheelchair brakes are engaged. Adjust foot pedals as required. | ||
| Common Error(s): | Bouncing Weights | ||
| Spotting: | Mirror Client Level | ||