This course bridges science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) with fitness and nutrition. You will learn the underlying scientific principles that govern human movement and metabolism, use technology to gather and analyze your fitness data, and apply critical thinking to evaluate health claims. Ultimately, you’ll design a personalized fitness plan grounded in evidence-based practices.
What you will learn?
- Understand how STEM principles apply to exercise, nutrition, and overall health.
- Develop the ability to critically evaluate health information and fitness claims.
- Gain hands-on experience with technology and data-driven decision making in personal fitness.
- Create a sustainable, personalized fitness plan that integrates scientific insights and critical thinking.
Curriculum
- 6 Sections
- 6 Lessons
- Lifetime
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- Module 1: Introduction – The Intersection of STEM, Fitness, and Critical Thinking1
- Module 2: The Science of Movement – Physics and Biomechanics1
- Module 3: Nutrition and Biochemistry – Fueling Your Body1
- Module 4: Technology in Fitness – Data-Driven Decision Making1
- Module 5: Critical Evaluation of Health Information1
- Module 6: Designing Your Personalized Fitness Plan2
Requirements
- • A smartphone or basic fitness app (optional but helpful) • A notebook or notes app • Willingness to track basic fitness data for 7 days
Target audiences
- • Beginners who want a science-based approach to fitness • Learners tired of fitness myths and online hype • Anyone interested in STEM, health, and critical thinking
