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
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Lab Schedule
Course: PHRE 1041 - Principles of FitnessMovement Pattern: Core | stabilizationTarget: Rectus AbdominusSynergist(s):
Exercise
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Key Teaching PointsExpectation: [if 456 equals="Supervised Practice"]Supervised Practice [/if 456][if 456 not_equal="Supervised Practice"]Independent Learning[/if 456][579]
Description:

Starting Position: Lie prone (on your stomach) with your hands positioned directly under your shoulders.

Movement Phase: Push your torso upwards, pressing your hips into the mat while gently exhaling. Keep the shoulders from rolling forward by actively retracting the scapula (pulled back). Hold this position for 15 - 30 seconds. Then slowly lower yourself back to the starting position.

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