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Cornell University

Physical Education

Weight Training - Fall 2024

PE 1580 - Principles of Weight Training

A comprehensive understanding of weight training and its place in the world of fitness. Topics to be covered include: selectorized equipment, free weight exercises, isometrics, circuit training, toning, stretching, strength development, and program design based on goal setting.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/03/2024 - 12/09/2024
6182 LEC 001
MW
08:00AM - 09:00AM
APP101
Hayes, M. (mh249)
Course Fee: $145. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to PE courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.
1 CR S/U NoAud 09/03/2024 - 12/09/2024
6183 LEC 002
TR
05:00PM - 06:00PM
APP101
Gudaz, J. (jag245)
Course Fee: $145. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to PE courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.
1 CR S/U NoAud 09/03/2024 - 12/09/2024
20061 LEC 003
TR
09:00AM - 10:00AM
TMRB04
Herndon, M. (mh2572)
Course Fee: $145. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to PE courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.

PE 1581 - Weight Training for Women

This class will focus on the basics of weight lifting. Topics covered will include: toning vs. building, theory of program design, training with dumbbells, selectorized equipment, free weight exercises for all muscle groups, flexibility, and proper nutrition for weight training.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/04/2024 - 12/09/2024
6184 LEC 001
MW
09:00AM - 10:00AM
TGL145
Adams-Kucik, B. (mja12)
Course fee: $145. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to PE courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.

PE 1582 - Advanced Weight Training

The primary focus of this course will be learning and practicing the Olympic lifts (the snatch, clean and jerk and related exercises). We will study these lifts in detail while working on building the strength and flexibility necessary for their proper performance. Additional topics will be determined based on the interests of the class. Possible topics might include: advanced programming for strength training, kettlebell training, training for sport performance, advanced muscle-building strategies and splits.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/03/2024 - 12/09/2024
18718 LEC 001
TR
06:00PM - 07:00PM
APP101
Gudaz, J. (jag245)

PE 1584 - PowerBuilding

This class is designed to increase strength. Programming will focus on the squat, bench press, overhead press, and deadlift. Experience with these exercises is recommended, but not required. Students should anticipate 20-30 minutes of coaching through the primary lift followed by an open gym period for accessory exercises. This class is principally designed to increase strength & comfort with the 'Big Three' of exercises - the squat, bench, and deadlift.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/03/2024 - 12/09/2024
12271 LEC 001
TR
12:30PM - 01:30PM
TMRB04
Petticord, D. (dfp56)
Course Fee: $145. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to PE courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.