Course Syllabus Overview
Dive into the essentials of anatomy, sports physiology, nutrition, injury management, and fitness training. Our curriculum is designed to give you a strong foundation for a successful career in sports and fitness.
BASIC ANATOMY & SPORTS PHYSIOLOGY
- Introduction to human body – muscles, bones, joints, nerves, ligaments, tendons
- Effect of exercise on:
- Skeletal system
- Muscular system
- Respiratory system
- Circulatory system
- Types of muscular contractions – Isometric, Isotonic & Isokinetic
- Types of muscle fibers
- Somatotype – Sheldon's classification
Sports Nutrition & Sports Injury Management
- Introduction to sports nutrition – Macros & Micros nutrients
- Role of nutrition on physical activity
- Definition of calorie, caloric ranges of various food items
- Physical activity and caloric expenditure
- Effect of water consumption or role of water in physical activity
- RICE therapy, hydro therapy – whirlpool, heat therapy
- Human body postural deformities / correction and prevention
Methods of Fitness Training & Facility Management
- Definition of fitness and components of fitness – strength, speed, endurance, agility and flexibility
- Principles of physical training – Intensity, density, repetition and sets
- Definition of recovery and importance of recovery / rest in performance
- BMI, Target Heart Rate and Obesity management
- Warm up and cool down – importance
- Essential factors considered for construction and management of a fitness center