WE 124 - Circuit Training and Physical Fitness
Description
This course helps students to enhance health-related fitness with an emphasis on cardiovascular and muscular endurance. Class meetings involve physical activity sessions that incorporate all major muscle groups, alternating between cardiovascular and muscular endurance based exercises. The components of health-related fitness are assessed at the beginning and end of the semester.
Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisite(s): None
Math Prerequisite(s): None
Course Corequisite(s): None
Academic Program Prerequisite: None
Consent to Enroll in Course: No Department Consent Required
Dual Enrollment Allowed?: Yes
Number of Times Course can be taken for credit: 1
Programs Where This Course is a Requirement:
None
General Education Requirement:
None
General Education Learner Outcomes (GELO):
NA
Course Learning Outcomes:
1. Develop circuit training skills and techniques in class through participation and proper demonstration.
2. Choose the proper circuit training skill variations for personal skill level.
3. Know the components of health related fitness.
4. Know the dimensions of wellness.
5. Make informed decisions about personal wellness.
6. Develop a plan to incorporate lifelong healthy habits into one’s life.
7. Develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
8. Know and use active listening skills.
9. Adapt to change by developing new ideas or finding improved ways of doing things.
10. Give and receive constructive feedback.
11. Work well in teams and with others.
Course Outline:
I. Introduction to Circuit Training
A. Review the course outline and methods of instruction.
B. Define the term “circuit training.”
C. Define and differentiate the components of health related fitness.
D. Apply the principles of circuit training to class sessions.
II. Introduction to physical conditioning exercises and technique
A. Explain and demonstrate the proper biomechanical principles and body postures necessary to properly and safely perform conditioning exercises.
B. Explain the need for and use of safety precautions, proper equipment, clothing, and footwear in conditioning.
III. Introduction to resistance training
A. Identify and demonstrate exercises designed to increase strength, muscular endurance, and size of the upper body including; upper back, chest and arms.
B. Identify and demonstrate exercises designed to increase strength, muscular endurance and size of the lower body including hips, quadriceps, hamstrings, gluteals, calf muscles and lower back.
C. Identify and demonstrate exercises designed to increase strength, muscular endurance and size of the abdominal/midsection/core/region.
D. Explain the basic concepts utilized in the development of strength, muscular endurance, and muscular size for sports.
E. Utilize various implements for resistance training including machines, dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells, resistance bands, and related equipment.
IV. Introduction to flexibility/mobility training
A. Identify and demonstrate exercises designed to develop flexibility and mobility of the upper body including; arms, upper back, and chest.
B. Identify and demonstrate exercises designed to develop flexibility and mobility of the lower body including, quadriceps, hamstrings, gluteals, hips, calf muscles and lower back.
C. Identify and demonstrate exercises designed to develop flexibility and mobility of the abdominal/midsection/core/region.
D. Explain the basic concepts used in the development of flexibility/mobility for sports.
VI. Introduction to cardiovascular conditioning
A. Identify and demonstrate approaches designed to develop the cardiovascular system.
B. Explain the basic concepts used in the development of cardiovascular endurance for sports.
VII. The Dimensions of Wellness
A. Emotional
B. Mental/Intellectual
C. Spiritual
D. Physical
E. Social
F. Environmental
VIII. Goal Setting and Plan Development
A. SMART Goals
B. Devising a Personal Exercise Plan using Circuit Training Principles.
C. Set personal goals for a healthy diet and safe/effective exercise training.
Approved for Online and Hybrid Delivery?:
No
Instructional Strategies:
Lecture: 15-25%
Movement and Proper Skill Performance/Demonstration: 75-85%
Mandatory Course Components:
A pre and post test of components of health related fitness.
Equivalent Courses:
None
Accepted GRCC Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Credit: None
AP Min. Score: NA
Name of Industry Recognize Credentials: None
Course prepares students to seek the following external certification:
No
Course-Specific Placement Test: None
Course Aligned with ARW/IRW Pairing: IRW 97, IRW 98, IRW 99
Mandatory Department Assessment Measures:
Personal wellness plan
Pre and post health related fitness testing
Course Type:
Elective- Offering designed to expand learning opportunities for degree seeking students. May or may not be required for students in a specific GRCC program.
Course Format:
Physical Activity - 1:2
Total Physical Activity Hours Per Week: 2
People Soft Course ID Number: 100971
Course CIP Code: 31.05
Maximum Course Enrollment: 24
General Room Request: Ford Fieldhouse
High School Articulation Agreements exist?: No
If yes, with which high schools?: NA
Non-Credit GRCC Articulation Agreement With What Area: No
Identify the Non Credit Programs this Course is Accepted: NA
School: School of Health & Exercise Science
Department: Exercise Science
Discipline: WE
Faculty Credential Requirements:
Master’s Degree (GRCC general requirement)
Faculty Credential Requirement Details:
Job Specifications
-Masters Degree in Physical Education, Movement Science, Exercise Science, Kinesiology or closely related field.
-Current certification from appropriate accredited organization.
-Experience in the content area.
-Red Cross Certified in Responding to Emergency & Red Cross Certified CPR/AED.
-Community college experience preferred.
-Successful teaching experience in the discipline.
Experience
-Successful teaching experience.
-Successful teaching experience at a Community College preferred but not required.
-Experience working with adults from diverse backgrounds and with varying academic skills.
-Participation in professional development and/or continuous improvement activities in order to remain current in the field.
Skills
-Excellent classroom presentation skills.
-Academic Advising.
-Excellent written and oral communication skills.
-Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving abilities.
-Excellent organization and record keeping skills.
-Ability to perform routine and unexpected duties with minimum supervision.
Major Course Revisions: N/A
Last Revision Date Effective: 20220211T18:29:23
Course Review & Revision Year: 2026-2027
Essential Abilities/Technical Standards:
-Knowledge of proper use and demonstration of plate-loaded and cable fitness machines.
-Knowledge of proper use and demonstration of hand-held fitness equipment including BOSU, kettle bells, ropes, resistance bands, dumbbells and related equipment.
Physical Demands
-Must have the physical capacity for lifting up to 50lbs.
-Must have the physical capacity to properly demonstrate cardiovascular and strength movements and activities.
Mental Demands
-An understanding of and appreciation for the community college philosophy and student population.
-An interest in teaching college-level material to high school students as part of a middle college or dual enrollment program.
-An interest in working with diverse student populations, who represent a wide range of age, ethnicity, national origin and ability.
-Interest in and willingness to work with changing instructional technologies used in and out of the classroom.
-Willingness and availability to work a flexible schedule.
-High energy level with enthusiasm and interest in helping and supporting students, staff, and the general public.
-Ability to work under pressure while possessing mature judgment and flexibility in regards to interruptions and schedule changes.
-Must use good judgment in handling sensitive or difficult situations in a pleasant and professional manner.
Add to Catalog (opens a new window)
|