PRINCIPLES OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING
Present/discuss the scientific basis and current practices of strength and conditioning for athletic performance. Training program design and training methods, for performance enhancement, related to the areas of strength, power, speed, and endurance.
Prerequisites & course information
Requisites: KINES 427 Repeatable for Credit: No Last Taught: Fall 2026 Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate knowledge of proper exercise selection and technique Audience: Undergraduate 2. Evaluate the safety and effectiveness of various training methods. modalities, equipment, and environments Audience: Undergraduate 3. Design strength and conditioning programs intended for improvement in strength, power, speed, and/or endurance Audience: Undergraduate 4. Convey how contemporary scientific principles and training methodologies are being used to improve athletic performance Audience: Undergraduate Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate knowledge of proper exercise selection and technique Audience: Undergraduate 2. Evaluate the safety and effectiveness of various training methods. modalities, equipment, and environments Audience: Undergraduate 3. Design strength and conditioning programs intended for improvement in strength, power, speed, and/or endurance Audience: Undergraduate 4. Convey how contemporary scientific principles and training methodologies are being used to improve athletic performance Audience: Undergraduate
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027