Weight Lifting/Training

UALR    Leisure Science Department

Instructor:  Mrs. Prince                                                                       Phone:  569-3239

Office:          DSC  110G                                                                                        e-mail: bfprince@ualr.edu

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

                The primary purpose of this course is to help students build a good foundation of current knowledge and practice in beginning weight training.  It does not attempt to include everything to be known about weight training.  Emphasis will be place on teaching the proper exercise technique, safety, spotting, and program design to effectively and safely enhance the individual’s strength and fitness level.  Most of all, this is a class to help you get started weight training for LIFE.       

 

COURSE OBJECTIVES

1.        The student will be able to correctly demonstrate proper lifting technique.

2.        The student will be able to perform appropriate stretching exercises for specific weight lifting exercises.

3.        The student will be a ble to demonstrate correct spotting techniques for all exercises .

4.        The student will demonstrate weight room safety rules and etiquette.

5.        The student will be able to identify the major muscles used in each exercise.

6.        The student will be able to design and implement a personalized weight training program.

 

GRADING :   300 POINTS POSSIBLE

 

1.       Attendance:                                                                                                                  100 points

·         Students will be allowed two absences.  Ten points will be taken from the 100 points given for attendance for each absence after the second absence.  Absences may be made up.

·         SUMMER SESSIONS:  NO ALLOWED ABSENCES 

·         Recommended (not required):  Perform one more training session each week outside of class.

2.       Notebook:   duo tang folder with brads & pockets                                                100 points

·         Goal Setting

·         Fitness Assessment Record                                                                                                             

·         Strength Measurement Record

·         Size Measurement Record

·         Strength & Muscular Endurance Progress Log

3.     Final                                                                                                                              100 points

 

 CLASS  POLICIES: Follow weight room rules and procedures at all times!

 

1.         Dress:  Loose, modest, non-binding clothes.  No blue jeans.  5 points off for inappropriate dress.

2.         Shoes:  No sandals!  Shirts must be worn at all times

3.         Five minutes before and after allowed for dressing.

4.         No food, beverages, or chewing gum

5.         Locker & Towel:  Inquire at  DSC equipment services

 

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

 

It is the policy of UALR  to accommodate students with disabilities, pursuant to federal and state law.  Students who feel they may need accommodations for their disability should contact this instructor during office hours.  The chairperson of the department offering this course is also available to assist with accommodations.  Students with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Office of Disability Support Services located in the Student Union Annex, Room 109  (telephone # 569-3143).