Theoretical Aspects of Physical Training is primarily an interdisciplinary course that builds on physiology, anatomy and psychology as supporting subjects. In this course, theory will be related to the practicalsessions in the course Practical Aspects of Physical Training.

Theoretical Aspects of Physical Training also includes practical sessions to exemplify the theoretical elements throughout the course.The course will discuss the physical training process, including goals, requirements and capacity analysis, as well as trainingprinciples, trainingplanning,testing, evaluation and adjustment of plans, training methods in endurance, strength, flexibility, speed, agility, balance, intensity control and performance determinants. Training physiology will examine how the circulatory system, respiratory system, nervous system and energyrelease are affectedbyphysical training and general physical activity and how these changes affect our physical performance.The course also covers the incidence and treatment of the most common sports injuries.

The main topics in Theoretical Aspects of Physical Training will be:

the role and function of physical training theory
basic training principles and training planning
adaptation of the body to physical activity and training
testing of various physical qualities such as strength and endurance
common sports injuries and emergency treatment

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Exercise Studies

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