Description
This course will focus on creating safe and effective exercise prescription and progression for healthy populations and modification of exercise programs for special populations. Special emphasis will be placed on weight management including energy balance, nutritional guidelines and exercise prescription for weight management. In addition, students will learn how to develop rapport, use active listening skills, and motivational interviewing in the framework of lifestyle coaching. After completing this course, students will be eligible to sit for the American Council of Exercise Health Coaching Certification. KNS 434: Health Coaching Practicum should be taken in conjunction with this theory course. Corequisite: KNS 434. Offered: Spring.