HEDU 1114 - Physical Activity and Stress Management / Fitness Walking

Credits: 3

This course is designed to explore the nature of human stress, and to examine some physical and mental methods of reducing stress. This course exposes students to a holistic approach to stress management. It treats both cognitive skills and relaxation techniques with the intention of preventing and/or alleviating the physical symptoms of stress. This course will also introduce the student to the fundamental concepts of physical activities that will help promote a healthy lifestyle and encourage the appreciation of leisure activities. This course will introduce the student to aerobic and resistant training along with presenting basic nutritional guidelines.