PEH 110 - Personal Wellness

1. Define the meaning of personal wellness
2. Understand the components to achieve total wellness
3. Understand the basic concept of aerobic and anaerobic systems
   1. Describe effects of exercise on the heart
   2. Measure cardiorespiratory endurance.
4. Define flexibility and the benefits of a training program
5. Identify the general principles of exercise prescription
   1. Determine target heart rate.
   2. Identify short term and long term goals
   3. Describe the components of exercise prescription
   4. Assess personal needs and resources available
6. Identify the general principles of exercise prescription for special populations
7. Discuss the decision-making process related to the selection of healthy behaviors
8. Understand the relationship of obesity to health-related problems
   1. Recognize psychological and social implications
   2. Determine ideal body weight
9. Understand the influence of exercise on weight management
10. Discuss the role of the lifetime conditioning and life time skill activities in maximizing one’s quality of life
11. Understand the components to attain healthy bodily functions
    1. Know the six major nutrients
    2. Apply dietary guidelines to your own diet
    3. Interpret food labels
    4. Classify nutritious foods
    5. Identify and assess your own dietary needs
12. Analyze the cause and effects of stress
    1. Understand the symptoms of stress
    2. Understand the physiology of stress
    3. Interpret the difference between Type A and Type B behavior and their effects on the heart
    4. Develop a personal action plan to combat stressors 
13. Techniques in managing stress
    1. Describe defense and adaptive mechanisms
    2. Practice relaxation methods
    3. Identify the difference between Type A behavior and Type B behavior
    4. Design a personal stress management plan
14. Discuss the benefits of improving muscular strength and endurance
15. Assess various personal health risk behaviors including dietary habits, physical fitness level, and stress management behaviors
16. Demonstrate an understanding of exercise theory, nutrition, stress management, leisure time utilization, and healthful sexual and substance decision making in maximizing one’s quality of life
17. Life Time Fitness
    1. Identify factors that will assist you maintaining a regular exercise program
    2. Understand the considerations in choosing an exercise facility
    3. Define fitness expert
    4. Identify factors in choosing exercise equipment
18. Exam the importance of occupational wellness
19. Define spiritual wellness