APHS 210 Sport and Exercise Psychology

The course provides an overview of psychological issues related to exercise and health behavior, including and understanding the concepts, principles and theories that relate to the practice of promoting and supporting regular exercise participation, patterns, and modification. Emphasis will be given to the psychological influences and consequences of exercise participation on positive health behaviors, and the impact of exercise on mental health states such as depression and anxiety. Social influences that impact exercise behavior will also be explored.

Credits

3

Offered

Spring semester