KNES389P

Dedicated to preparing students to teach and coach athletes in the area of strength and conditioning. In addition to addressing basic aspects of strength & conditioning, students learn basic biomechanics of movement, maximum strength development, sport-specific energy utilization, metabolic conditioning, athletic speed/agility/acceleration, explosive power nhancement, and the design of sport-specific training programs. Examples will be used to illustrate concepts that have the potential to impact all areas of kinesiology. The student will be instructed into how to teach any level athlete, youth to adult, individually or in large groups.