PHRE 3044 – Special Populations

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 Competencies
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Lab Schedule
Course: PHRE 3044 - Special PopulationsMovement Pattern: GaitTarget: PeronealsSynergist(s): Foot Arch, Gastrocnemius, Pelvic Floor, Soleus, Tibialis Anterior, Transverse Abdominus
Exercise
Regressions:Progressions:

Key Teaching PointsExpectation: [if 456 equals="Supervised Practice"]Supervised Practice [/if 456][if 456 not_equal="Supervised Practice"]Independent Learning[/if 456][579]
Description:

While maintaining an upright posture walk slowly heel to toe as seen in the picture above.  Make sure to have a spotting option close by, however, try to resist grabbing a hold unless required to challenge balance systems.  Regressions involve looking down at feet or having hands out to the side.  Progressions involve not looking down or having hands crossed in front.

Common Error(s):
Spotting: Instability training
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