HRS 2650 - EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY Minimum Credits: 3 Maximum Credits: 3 The purpose of this course is to provide graduate students, within the field of rehabilitation science, the knowledge of theoretical and applied aspects of exercise physiology. An in-depth understanding of how the body responds when exposed to acute and chronic bouts of exercise will be provided through lectures and laboratories. Topics discussed will include physiological responses and adaptations of the cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic, and neuromuscular systems to exercise; assessing cardiorespiratory fitness, body composition, anaerobic performance and muscular fitness; designing exercise programs for health and wellness and special populations; sport performance; environmental considerations. Academic Career: Graduate Course Component: Lecture Grade Component: Grad Letter Grade Course Requirements: School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences students only. Click here for class schedule information.
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