The purpose of this module is to introduce the learner to applied principles of strength and conditioning and to present skills and management of training for both performance and wellness as an exercise professional.
Applied Strength and Conditioning Theory
History and background of resistance training, basic principles of prescription and progression, and current guidelines for health in various populations.Energy Sources for Muscular ActivityResistance Training Structure and PlanningTraining Load AnalysisPlanning General and Specific ConditioningPre-Season PlanningIn-Season PlanningOff-Season PlanningRetraining the Injured athletePlyometric ProgrammingSpeed, Agility and Speed EnduranceThe use of Velocity Based Training (VBT)Movement ScreeningIntroduction to Training PeriodisationEnhancing Movement Efficiency across sporting cohortsCoaching Science and CommunicationAcceleration Training for SportsLong-Term Athlete Development and Strength Training ProgressionsResistance training prescription in special populations (youth, the elderly, females, clinical populations).CSCS preperation
Practical Content
Training Systems and Pillar Preparation for AthletesMovement Preparation and the Warm Up - Theory and CoachingAcceleration - Theory and CoachingLinear Speed - Theory and CoachingMultidirectional Speed - Theory and CoachingMedicine Ball - Theory and CoachingEvaluation of Athletic Capacities - Theory and Practical LogisticsRecovery Modalities and Regeneration PrinciplesHealth and Safety within Athletic Development and AssessmentFundamental resistance exercises – Theory and CoachingOlympic Lift progressions – The clean, The snatch from the Ground and Hang and the jerk
Methods used to achieve the module learning outcomes will include lectures, tutorials, laboratory practicals, interpretation of data, case studies, problem-solving exercises, video presentations, self-directed learning, and computer-based learning.
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 50 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 50 |