Certificate in Exercise Physiology Essentials: Basics
-- viewing nowThe Certificate in Exercise Physiology Essentials: Basics is a comprehensive course that provides learners with a solid foundation in exercise physiology. This course is essential for those looking to advance their careers in health, fitness, and allied health professions.
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• Cellular Basis of Exercise: This unit will cover the cellular and molecular mechanisms that underlie muscle contraction, energy metabolism, and muscle plasticity in response to exercise.
• Exercise Physiology Assessment: This unit will cover the fundamental principles and methods of assessing exercise capacity, muscle strength, flexibility, body composition, and cardiovascular function in healthy and clinical populations.
• Energy Systems and Metabolism: This unit will cover the three main energy systems (aerobic, anaerobic glycolytic, and anaerobic lactic) and how they contribute to exercise performance, as well as the role of nutrient intake and supplementation in exercise metabolism.
• Cardiovascular Physiology: This unit will cover the structure and function of the heart, blood vessels, and circulation, as well as the acute and chronic responses to exercise and the implications for cardiovascular health and disease.
• Respiratory Physiology: This unit will cover the structure and function of the lungs, airways, and respiratory muscles, as well as the acute and chronic responses to exercise and the implications for respiratory health and disease.
• Musculoskeletal Physiology: This unit will cover the structure and function of bones, joints, muscles, and tendons, as well as the acute and chronic responses to exercise and the implications for musculoskeletal health and disease.
• Neuromuscular Physiology: This unit will cover the neural control of movement, muscle recruitment, and force production, as well as the acute and chronic responses to exercise and the implications for neuromuscular health and disease.
• Hormonal and Autonomic Responses to Exercise: This unit will cover the hormonal and autonomic regulation of exercise, including the role of stress hormones, catecholamines, and the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.
• Exercise Prescription and Programming: This
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- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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