Principles of Exercise Science and Wellness

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calculate measurement conversions between systems including pounds to kilograms;EXSCIWL 

apply data from tables, charts, and graphs to provide solutions to exercise or nutrition-related problems and to communicate results and progress to clients;EXSCIWL 

describe the impact current media has on fitness and wellness such as body image, eating disorders, and exercise and fitness outcomes;EXSCIWL 

construct reports and summaries for clients, documentation, and company records, such as SOAP (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan) notes;EXSCIWL 

develop presentations to promote health and fitness for multiple types of audiences and mediums; andEXSCIWL 

compose responses using precise and clear language to communicate ideas based on audiences.EXSCIWL 

research qualifications for different career options and employment in the exercise industry;EXSCIWL 

identify opportunities in high school and post-secondary to obtain a certification in the exercise industry; andEXSCIWL 

compare exercise related careers pertaining to planning, managing, and providing stress management, exercise physiology, fitness assessment services, and training.EXSCIWL 

research qualifications for different career options and employment in the wellness industry;EXSCIWL 

identify opportunities in high school and post-secondary to obtain a certification in the wellness industry; andEXSCIWL 

compare wellness related careers pertaining to planning, managing, and providing stress management, nutrition and diet, health assessment services and training, and health promotionEXSCIWL 

identify governing regulatory agencies such as the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Health Resources and Services Administration, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Joint Commission, and National Institute of Health, American Red Cross, American Heart Association;EXSCIWL 

identify potential malfunctions of equipment used in the exercise and wellness industry; andEXSCIWL 

demonstrate immobilization of a limb for the purpose of first aid and injury prevention, including splints, slings, and wraps.EXSCIWL 

identify proper body mechanics and movement during exercise and daily activity;

explain how forces affect movement, torque, tension, and elasticity on the human body;

describe general guidelines of protective equipment use and application in exercise and sport;

describe risk factors caused by improper use of biomechanics and equipment during exercise;

describe common factors of daily activity that cause biomechanical problems in the body; and

identify the effect biomechanics has on mental health.

describe proper nutrition and diet needed for specific fitness and wellness goals;

explain the impact media has on nutrition and diet;

describe common dietary and nutrition-related problems such as eating disorders, type II diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and obesity;

describe the effects that diet and nutrition have on mental health; and

examine risk factors that are associated with improper diet and nutrition.

describe specific exercise and wellness goals for the different periods of development, such as infant, adolescent, young adult, middle age, and elderly;

explain how the developmental stages are affected by improper exercise and wellness; and

identify the implications of improper exercise and wellness through the different developmental stages.

identify the seven rehabilitation principles, including avoid aggravation, timing, compliance, individualization, specific sequencing, intensity, and total patient;

evaluate a variety of traumatic events associated with exercise and wellness, including loss of a limb, break or sprain, and change in lifestyle or living situation;

compare recovery methods of a variety of traumatic events; and

develop a plan to promote recovery and long-term wellness.

evaluate the different types of fitness and nutrition programs and their effectiveness for the specific goals;

compare and contrast competitive and noncompetitive fitness and nutrition programs; and

develop a fitness and nutrition program for a specific goal.

discuss ethical behavior associated with confidentiality, including the consequences of a breach of confidentiality;

compare published professional codes of ethics and scope of practice for exercise and wellness professionals;

discuss ethical issues related to exercise and wellness, including implications of technological advances;

examine issues related to malpractice, negligence, and liability in health and wellness; and

interpret laws governing the exercise and wellness industry.