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.
Competencies

Describe the specific requirements of the Cooper Test.
Design an individual exercise and nutrition plan.
1. Demonstrate personal improvement in executing specific requirements of the Cooper Test.
2. Describe the purpose of each exercise.
3. Model the use safe use of exercise equipment, weight machines, and any other physical activity for the purposes of exercise.