PHED 1025 - Power Stretch

(1) Credit Hours
This course is designed to focus on postures, breathing techniques, and relaxation skills while stretching and strengthening the entire body. Power stretch will provide an introduction to the philosophy and practice of Yoga and Pilates techniques. This blended course is designed to release stress and muscle tension, enhance the ability to concentrate, and stretch and strengthen the body in a group fitness setting. Students completing this course will be able to: 1) perform 10 out of 12 basic power stretch postures with proper form (e.g., Sun Salutation, Forward Fold, Chaturanga, Upward Facing Dog, Downward Dog, PIYO Push-up, Tree Pose, Warrior I, Warrior II, Warrior III. Pyramid, Right Angle), 2) create two 32 count power stretch combinations including one upper body focused combination and one lower body focused combination.