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 3043 - Functional MovementMovement Pattern: Target: Synergist(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:
  • Lie on your back with your lower legs (close to the ankle) on a foam roll, placing band around one foot. Using the band, raise the leg (keeping it relaxed) as high as possible without the knee bending.
  • Raise the other leg up to the level of the assisted leg.
  • Lower the unassisted leg slowly in a controlled manner while maintaining the toe up position of the leg and foot until you reach the elevated surface.
  • Make sure the low back and pelvis maintain position during the movement.
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