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Oct 23, 2026
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HPER 2206 - Exercise Physiology
Credits: 4
Catalog Description
This course introduces the science behind physical movement and provides students with an overview of the acute and chronic effects of physical activity and training on various systems of the body, including the musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory, and nervous systems. This course is designed for students pursuing a career in the fitness industry as well as those interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the human body. Students must be able to participate in the performance of various standard physiological tests to assess strength, endurance, and cardiorespiratory fitness.
Recommended Skills, Abilities, or Coursework: Basic understanding of anatomy and physiology as well as basic wellness concepts including weight training, conditioning, and aerobic fitness
Additional fee to student: No
Learner Outcomes
- Describe the roles of the musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory, and nervous systems in the performance of physical movement.
- Discuss factors that influence energy expenditure for various types of activity.
- Differentiate the fuel sources used by exercising muscle under various conditions.
- Articulate the basic principles of exercise training.
- Evaluate the effects of training on flexibility, strength, and cardiorespiratory performance.
- Describe the effects of environmental conditions on physical performance.
- Determine how physical performance can be optimized for sport and health.
- Perform physiological tests to assess aerobic and anaerobic fitness, strength and flexibility, body composition and blood pressure status, and supervise other students in their performance of these tests.
Major Areas of Course Content
- Essentials of Movement and Roles of Musculoskeletal, Cardiorespiratory, and Nervous Systems
- Energy Expenditure and Fuels for Physical Activity
- Principles of Exercise Training
- Effects of Training on Cardiorespiratory Response
- Effects of Training on Muscular Strength and Flexibility
- Effects of Environment on Physical Performance
- Optimizing Physical Performance for Sport and Health
Credit for Prior Learning Options
No credit for prior learning option is available for this course.
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