PHED 1101 - Choices for Life

(1) Credit Hours
As a result of successful completing this course students should be able to: 1) Explain the inter-relationship between the eight dimensions of wellness. 2) Understand the risks and lifestyle behaviors that are related to chronic diseases. 3) Understand the benefits of physical activity and a healthy diet for protection against stressors and chronic diseases. 4) Understand the scope of stress and learn ways to manage certain stressor. 5) Understand the fundamentals of Nutrition and how food is related to lifestyle diseases. 6) Identify positive changes and choices one can implement to enhance healthy living. 7) Understand the mechanism of chemical addiction and its relation to alcoholism, the illegal, recreational and prescription drug addictions in current society. 8) Understand the major STD threats in the current society.