HHP 4490 - Physical Activity and Chronic Disease

(3) Credit Hours

This course addresses the principles and concepts of epidemiology related to physical activity behaviors and selected health outcomes. The student will be prepared to understand the link between physical activity and chronic diseases and begin to develop the capacity to assess evidence-based interventions designed to promote physical activity. Biological mechanisms for healthy adaptations to physical activity and the behavioral determinants of exercise participation will also be highlighted. Prerequisites: HHP 3700 and HHP 3170 with minimum grades of C and a minimum 2.5 overall GPA or department head approval. Standard Letter Grade