Chabot College
September, 1992
Course Outline for Physical Education 2
DISABLED STRENGTH TRAINING
Catalog Description:
PHED 2DST – Disabled Strength Training
1 unit
By asking each disabled student to fill out a medical survey, and bring in any prescribed exercises from
previous therapy we plan an individualized program of resistance exercises to aid them in gaining strength,
balance and mobility. The class will meet 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcomes for the Students:
By asking each disabled student to fill out a medical survey, and bring in any prescribed exercises from
previous therapy we plan an individualized program of resistance exercises to aid them in gaining strength,
balance and mobility.
Course Content:
Using a combination of free weights, weight machines and pulley systems with variable weight we plan to
increase the strength of any and all functional muscle groups. We will also work on muscle groups that
may not be functional through range of movement and stretching.
Methods of Presentation:
A planned series of strength and mobility exercises for each student explaining to each what we are
attempting to do for them and how we will attempt to accomplish this.
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
Attendance, willingness to work and measurement of gains in strength and mobility.
Textbook:
None
Special Student Material:
Students will be expected to come to class in clothing appropriate for the type of work we are planning to
do.
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