About this Course
Course Description
Get ready to explore the fascinating world of human performance with the Physiology of Sport and Exercise MOOC. This course offers a comprehensive diveinto how the body responds and adapts to physical activity, combining scientific principles with practical applications to enhance your understanding of exercise science. You'll examine key concepts such as energy systems, physiological adaptations, neuromuscular function, fluid balance, hormonal responses, and thermoregulation during exercise. Delve into critical topics that cover Metabolism and Energy Systems, Physiological Adaptations to Aerobic and Anaerobic Exercise, Hormonal Regulation, and more. Through engaging lectures and interactive assessments, you’ll gain the knowledge to optimize performance, improve training strategies, and design scientifically grounded programs for better health and fitness outcomes. Understand why it’s essential for fitness professionals, sports scientists, and health enthusiasts to master the science behind exercise physiology. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped with the tools to enhance physical performance, improve quality of life, and apply exercise science effectively in real-world scenarios.
Course Learning Outcomes
1 ) Explain the interrelation between exercise metabolism, body systems (metabolic, cardiovascular, respiratory, muscular, and endocrine) related to responses and adaptations to exercise.
2 ) Analyze exercise physiology issues and problems in assisting to provide scientific and practical solutions to improve exercise performance and quality of life.
3 ) Perform scientific investigation of physiological and physical performance pertaining to sports performance and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Course Details
STATUS : Open DURATION : FLEXIBLE EFFORT : 3 hours per week MODE : 100% Online COURSE LEVEL : Intermediate LANGUAGE : English CLUSTER : Science & Technology ( ST )
