LWT238 — Fitness Assessment and Evaluation

3 credits · 3 hours

This course provides students with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience necessary to evaluate health-related physical fitness components using industry-standard assessment tools and protocols. Emphasis is placed on understanding and administering assessments related to cardiovascular endurance testing, muscular fitness evaluation, flexibility and mobility screening, postural and movement assessments, resting measures (blood pressure and heart rate), and client readiness tools. This course fosters critical thinking, professionalism, and ethical considerations to conduct assessment testing to a diverse population in the health and fitness field. Students will learn to interpret results, communicate findings, and design personalized recommendations based on data. Successful completion supports the development of skills applicable to fitness, exercise science, and health-related professions.

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