Information on the structure and function of body systems and how they adapt to several types of training. Motor learning as the learning of skilled behaviors and how it is influenced by practice and feedback. Testing, evaluation, exercise techniques to achieve specific training goals, program design and organization. The theoretical lectures are complemented with practical lab work.
Objective
Understand how to develop and administer safe and effective strength and conditioning programs.
Content
Adaptations to Anaerobic & Aerobic Training Programs, Resistance Training, Plyometric Training, Speed, Agility, and Speed-Endurance Development, Aerobic Endurance Exercise Training, Periodization, Performance Assessment.Motor Learning Concepts and Research Methods, Conditions of Practice, Augmented Feedback, The Learning Process/Retention & Transfer.
Lecture notes
Lecture slides and papers on Moodle platform.
Literature
recommended books: - Thomas R. Baechle & Roger W. Earle (eds). Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning (3rd edition). Human Kinetics.
- Jürgen Weineck: Optimales Training
Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription (Vivian H. Heyward, Ann L. Gibson)
Performance assessment
Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit.
Mode of examination
written 90 minutes
Additional information on mode of examination
Der in der Übungsgruppe erstellte Trainingsplan zählt 30% der Endnote. Sessionsprüfung mit Verständnisfragen, kann am Computer stattfinden: zählt 70% der Endnote.
Written aids
None
Online examination
The examination may take place on the computer.
This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding.