KINE 40513 Principles of Strength and Conditioning

Prerequisites: KINE 30503 or instructor permission. This course will provide students with the theoretical and practical applications of strength training and conditioning. The successful students will acquire a level of proficiency in the development of sport and event specific strength and conditioning programs and plans based upon: athlete / client specific fitness assessment characteristics, sports specific performance demands; and individual performance optimization. Programs shall be based upon the performance requirements associated with the specific sport or event and include, but not be limited to: musculoskeletal symmetry, strength, and flexibility; body composition; cardiovascular endurance, and nutritional recommendations.