HPER 2960 - Stress Management and Flexibility

This is one of four specific content courses designed to provide Exercise Science majors with knowledge and skills concerning the four major factors contributing to the development of health related physical fitness. Topics for the first half of the course include: anatomy, mechanics, and physiology of flexibility; techniques of stretching; controversial stretching; stretching and special populations; and relaxation and stretching. Topics for the second half of the course include: definition and types of stress; physiology of the stress response; relating and managing stress; lifestyle buffers, exercise, nutrition, and sleep; relaxation and stress management techniques; and Type A and B behavior.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: HPER 2950.

Credits: 2 hours