PHED 126 Spinning for Fitness
This course will introduce students to the appropriate knowledge concerning spinning (indoor cycling) as an aerobic fitness program. Emphasis will be placed on endurance, strength, intervals, high intensity, and recovery. In addition, participants will learn about standard conditioning practices, proper clothing, fluid intake requirements, cardiovascular value, injury prevention, general safety guidelines, basic nutritional needs, and fitness goal-setting. With instructor guidance, students will set individual fitness goals to be achieved by the conclusion of the course and will be able to demonstrate knowledge of how spinning may contribute to a lifelong wellness approach to health and wellbeing.