Introduction to Kinesiology - Lower Body

Successful completion of Introduction to Kinesiology-Upper Body is a requirement to enroll.

Introduction to Kinesiology-Lower Body is the second of four required kinesiology courses and is an extension of Introduction to Kinesiology-Upper Body. The class focuses on introductory level kinesiology concepts and principles, anatomical terminology and anatomy as related to the attachments of muscles and joint movement. This course is a foundation class in the kinesiology series and cultivates a respectful, inclusive, and accessible learning environment while supporting creativity, experimentation, and personal transformation. Introduction to Kinesiology Lower Body is the second in a sequence of kinesiology courses. Successful completion of Introduction to Kinesiology Upper Body is required before taking this course.

The two introductory courses present the principles and terminology of Kinesiology. Students explore muscle attachments and muscle movements and learn how to palpate. These foundational courses, which focus on either the upper or lower part of the body, share required textbooks. The Upper Body class is a prerequisite to the Lower Body class.

Kinesiology Books
You may order the following textbooks from Amazon

• Trail Guide to the Body, ISBN: 978-0-9987850-6-6 6th Edition, Author: Andrew Biel, Publisher: Books of Discovery, Cost: $74.95
• Anatomy Coloring Book, ISBN: 978-0321832016 4th Edition, Author: KAPIT, Publisher: PEARSON, Cost: $27.20

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If you wish to drop the class, email hphpea-noncredit@lanecc.edu and inform the instructor.

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