PE 218-00P: Conditioning/Triathlon Trng (Spring 2010)

This course is for students who have completed a Principles of Physical Fitness class, and who wish to continue conditioning and exercise through swimming, indoor cycling, and running. This class is designed for the novice triathlete, or for the seasoned runner, cyclist, or swimmer continuing to train in multi-sport events. Students should expect to participate in off-campus runs. Students will be required to keep a detailed journal of in-class and out-of-class exercise and assignments, and are encouraged to participate in at least one race event during the semester. Each student will be instructed at his/her level.

The course objectives are:
(1) to increase the student's frequency of participation in multi-sport activities which are recognized to positively influence all health-related components of fitness.
2) to establish a fundamental core of physical and cognitive skills that will provide the student with the necessary tools to begin participating in multi-sport events.

Particulars: Swim pre-requisite: Must be able to complete at least 400 yards in 12 minutes using rhythmic breathing (side-breathing in Freestyle). During the drop/add period, the instructor reserves the right to evaluate students to determine the student’s ability to participate in the class. Must have swim suit and proper running shoes. Fitness tests will be administered. This course does NOT fulfill the Principles of Physical Fitness requirement.

Note: Permission of Instructor Required Prior to Enrolling. Contact paula.stauf@emory.edu