SPHS535 - Exercise for Chronic Disease: Physiological Concerns

Course Code: SPHS535 Course ID: 5423 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Graduate

This course will explore the use of exercise as a preventive and restorative modality for individuals with, or at risk for, chronic physiological and metabolic concerns. This course will provide a deeper understanding of how to apply exercise physiology, biomechanics, and exercise prescription principles for those in need of exercise programming, with particular attention to working with clients with cardiovascular and other metabolic diseases (esp. type 2 diabetes) so that learners can effectively manage many common chronic diseases, particularly in primary and secondary prevention.(Prerequisite: SPHS525)