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KIN 362 - Exercise Testing and Prescription (Capstone) (1)

Practical application of physiological principles related to the assessment of functional physical capacity and the prescription of exercise for healthy adult populations, based upon American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) health-related fitness recommendations. Development of practical skills and professionalism for performing fitness assessments, including: the pre-participation screening; heart rate and blood pressure at rest and during exercise; and assessments of body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, and flexibility. Includes interpretation of health-related fitness assessment results and the prescription of appropriate fitness programs for improving musculoskeletal strength and flexibility, cardiorespiratory fitness, and weight loss. Prerequisites: KIN 111 , KIN 309 , and KIN 315 .