The unit on applied exercise science covers fitness testing, program design, exercise prescription, and injury prevention. Students learn about different types of fitness tests, principles of exercise program design, and how to apply exercise prescription guidelines. They also learn about common exercise-related injuries and how to prevent them through proper warm-up, cool-down, stretching, and rest and recovery strategies. Overall, the unit provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to design and implement safe and effective exercise programs for different populations and goals.
Fitness Testing. Students learn about different types of fitness tests, including those that assess aerobic capacity, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition.
Program Design. Students learn about the principles of exercise program design, including specificity, overload, and progression. They also learn how to tailor exercise programs to meet the needs and goals of different populations, such as athletes, older adults, and individuals with chronic conditions.
Exercise Prescription. Students learn how to apply exercise prescription guidelines, including frequency, intensity, time, and type (FITT). They also learn to design safe and effective exercise programs for different populations.
Injury Prevention. Students learn about common exercise-related injuries and how to prevent them through proper warm-up, cool-down, stretching, and recovery strategies.
Exercise Physiology: Nutrition, Energy, and Human Performance (9th edition)