CRJ 292 - Police Phys Fitness and Cond

Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open

This course presents the specific requirements of the State of Iowa police physical fitness entry standards (Cooper Test) and academy physical training for the police officer. A fitness exam will be conducted and a personal exercise and nutrition program will be developed to meet each student’s needs. Students will be evaluated at the beginning of the course to ensure they meet at least a 35% fitness level (as outlined in the State of Iowa Police Fitness Standards, Cooper Institute Standards). Each student’s fitness levels will be monitored throughout the course and student adherence to exercise and nutrition prescription will be assessed. Students will be expected to improve at a minimum of 15% above the 35% level of fitness.
Prerequisite: CRJ 100
Competencies

Explain the specific requirements of the Cooper Test.
1. Differentiate between the requirements based on age and gender.
2. Design an individual exercise and nutrition plan.
Explain the safe use of various exercise equipment and techniques.
1. Examine the use of exercise equipment and/or weight machines, etc.
2. Describe the purpose of each exercise.
Demonstrate personal improvement in executing specific requirements of the Cooper Test.
Develop a personal plan to continue to improving in all the Cooper test requirements.