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Exercise

​Science
Course Description
Students explore the effects of exercise including cardio-conditioning, strength and flexibility training on human health, wellness and sports performance. Topics of study include: resistance work, HIIT/EMOM/Circuit classes, flexibility and yoga practice, nutrition and weight management, anatomy & physiology, and fitness safety. Students will design, implement and update personal training programs based on client specific goals. Throughout the two years, students will investigate and focus on various career paths in the health industry.

Concurrent Enrollment Credits 
Tompkins Cortland Community College

  • FITN 215: Aerobic Conditioning (1 credit)
  • FITN 217: Strength and Conditioning (1 credit)
  • RECR 112: Introduction to Kinesiology (3 credits)
  • BIOL 131: Principles of Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits)
Course Content
  • Fitness Assessment and Evaluation
  • Aerobic and Anaerobic Conditioning
  • Body Fat Loss and Muscle Gain
  • Flexibility and Mobility
  • Nutrition
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Kinesiology
  • Strength Training and Cardiovascular Conditioning
  • Health and Wellness
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Image was taken pre-pandemic.
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Image was taken pre-pandemic.
Career Opportunities Can Include:
  • Recreation Studies
  • Recreational Therapy
  • Occupational Therapy or Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Physical Therapy or Physical Therapy Assistant
  • Exercise Science
  • Athletic Training
  • Coaching
  • Nutritionist
  • Certified Personal Trainer
  • Group Exercise Instructor
  • Sports Management

College Agreements with:

Christine Becraft

 Exercise & Health Sciences Teacher

I took my first weight lifting class at Cornell and have been working in the fitness industry ever since! I worked as the program director at a local health club where I did personal training and taught classes including: cycling, step, classes for seniors, and kid programs. I earned my Master's In Teaching from SUNY Cortland and had been teaching biology, health and PE before joining the CTE team in 2018. The Sports Conditioning & Exercise Science program is dynamic, rigorous and allows students to focus on areas of special interest from athletic trainers to coaches to physical therapists. I bring 20 years of wellness experience and the energy that comes with a passion for sharing the benefits of exercise!  Currently, I continue to teach cycling classes and practice yoga and running to keep up with my two dogs and two children who love to hike and be outdoors.

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Lara Dunn
Owner of The Gym in Ithaca

"The Exercise Science program explores career opportunities that have a positive impact on people's lives from working as a physical therapist with one on one training, working with recreation departments and specific groups, managing a facility, or becoming an owner of a club. Students in Exercise Science have a deeper understanding of how the body works and how to apply the proper processes that push the body to attain specific goals, build critical communication skills, and develop a lifelong love of fitness and health."

Lucia Sibley
​2020 LACS Alum

"The  Exercise and Health Sciences class inspired me to go to college for an Exercise Science degree. This class gave me a wide variety of information that has prepared me for my major. In my college courses, I've been able to use what I learned from this program, and it's helped me dive deeper into the subjects. This class really encompasses what it's like to be in exercise science, and it gives you a chance to apply what you've learned in the classroom, to the gym! I also received 3 college credits through TC3 and I can't recommend this class (and especially the teacher) enough!"

Travis Chrisman
​2021 Newfield Alum

"If you love sports, this class is the place to learn everything from exercise program design and muscle energy systems to what careers connect with fitness. For me specifically, I'm practicing the skills needed to be the personal trainer I've dreamed of becoming!"

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