EHR221 Conditioning and Physical Activity (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Exercise Science (EXSCI)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject will provide information on the theory and methodology of physical conditioning and adaptation. This knowledge base will be applied to develop multilateral abilities and sport specific exercise training programs to improve performance. This subject has strong technical and academic components. Accordingly, students will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in skills as well as the capacity to explain underlying physiological mechanisms.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Bathurst |
| Distance | Bathurst |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: EHR221
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate a variety of exercise techniques in the areas of resistance training as outlined by the National Strength and Conditioning Association;
- be able to demonstrate appropriate assembly of a short-term periodised conditioning program for an athlete;
- be able to describe the theoretical framework underlying resistance training programs designed for muscular strength, power, hypertrophy, endurance and flexibility;
- be able to describe the effects of resistance training on the endocrine system;
- be able to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of a variety of performance enhancing substances;
- be able to analyse age and sex related differences as they relate to training methods.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- Warm-up and flexibility training; - Training methods of developing muscle muscular strength, power, hypertrophy, endurance and flexibility; - Development of a short term periodised conditioning program; - Training methods of developing cardiovascular fitness; - Training methods for core stability; - Biomechanics of resistance training; - Effects of resistance training on the endocrine system; - Advantages and disadvantages of a variety of performance enhancing substances; - Age and sex related differences in training.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.