The course introduces students to principles of weight training, weight lifting and circuit training as a means of muscular development. This course also affords students the opportunity to practically apply training theories and principles in weight training and lifting and circuit training with the use of available fitness apparatus. The history, purpose, precautions and range of motion ([ROM] and strengthening [isometric, isotonic and isokinetic]) exercises will be covered. Also to be covered are the types and benefits of muscular endurance, ways of testing and interpretation of test results. Circuit training types, characteristics, advantages, disadvantages, and prescription of circuit training programmes will be highlighted in detail. Standard methods and styles of weight lifting as an accepted international sport will be practiced and studied and the rules governing the sport applied.