HPE-Health and Physical Education

Lower Division Collegiate

HPE295 (3 credits)
Health and Fitness for Life

Prepares students with the foundation needed to be successful Health/PE majors and successful in other majors as well. Dominant topics include disease projections, essential nutrients, behavior modification, body composition, strength and endurance training, cardio-respiratory health, flexibility, the mechanics of stress and stress relief, and relationship building. Students assess: lifestyles, wellness, fitness, nutrition, and risk for illness / disease as part of the course. Prerequisites: RD90 and WR90 or WR91 (WR91 substitutes for both RD90 and WR90), or designated placement scores.