Jennifer Kroll
PERA Associate Professor of the Practice
Varsity basketball coach; promoting and teaching physical fitness and lifelong positive health habits.
As a head varsity basketball coach and instructor I am constantly seeking new and innovative ways to train and teach my players and students. Nutrition, fitness, and mental training are keys to success for any athlete. These are the areas that drive my interest and research.
I enjoy teaching various physical education courses, including cardio fitness, weight training, and basketball. Helping students achieve balance by engaging in a healthy, active lifestyle is the goal. That balance will benefit them for a lifetime.
As the head coach of Wellesley's basketball team, I am constantly working to promote our sport and team. I have served as a member of the NCAA East Regional Committee as well as on the WBCA Kodak All-America Committee and the WBCA/USA Today Coaches' Poll.
Education
- B.S., Northwestern University
- M.S., University of Kentucky
Currently teaching
Cardiovascular Fitness
PE141
Upon completion of this course, students will have increased their cardiovascular capacity while developing a comprehensive understanding of how to design and carry out a personal fitness program. Students will be introduced to variety of workout routines through training modules. Workouts will be tailored to each student's cardiovascular capacity and will progress from a low intensity workout module to a high impact interval training module. The class will primarily utilize aerobic equipment including- ellipticals, treadmills, bicycles, and 'stairmasters.' Weather permitting, the class will go outdoors to engage in cardiovascular based activities that may include team based games. Spaces used on these days can include our sports fields, track, or walking trails. Finally, most classes will incorporate a social element allowing students to make personal connections with classmates and promote a sense of camaraderie while getting in shape!
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Strength Training
PE146
This course introduces students to the principles of strength training. Students will learn how to safely use the Cybex weight machines, free weights, and other training equipment to increase muscular strength and endurance. Upon completion of the course, students will know the major muscle groups and will be able to implement sound training principles into their individualized strength program. Additionally, students will be able to create their own training regimen.