MCCCD Program Description

Methods of Enhancing Physical Performance

Course: EXS275

First Term: 2009 Spring

Lecture 3 Credit(s) 3 Period(s) 3 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S

Description: Theoretical and practical applications of performance enhancement methodologies and practices. Basic sport mechanics and exercise physiology. Training clients for speed, power, agility, balance, and endurance activities to enhance athletic performance. Application of training principles to specific sports and design of training programs

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic physiological adaptations that result from various strength and conditioning programs.(I) 2. Describe knowledge of the theory and research behind functional training, sport-specific training and conditioning programs.(II) 3. Read and discern research literature in the field of Exercise Science with demonstration of understanding the application pertaining to training regimens for performance enhancement. (III) 4. Describe knowledge of the relationship between nutrition and athletic performance enhancement; energy expenditure for various activities and workloads.(IV) 5. Evaluate sport mechanics and specific training needs pertaining to a particular sport or activity.(V) 6. Identify and delineate between basic weight training programs and weight training programs written specifically for a particular sport or activity.(VI, VII) 7. Describe theoretical and practical importance of functional training and its role in athletic enhancement.(VIII) 8. Assess physically and practically assess functional strength.(VIII) 9. Apply new training techniques/regimens to existing programs.(IX) 10. Design and implement an individualized strength and conditioning program beyond the foundational knowledge level. (X)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Bone, Muscle, and Connective Tissue Adaptations to Physical Activity A. Adaptation of Bone to Exercise B. Adaptation of Muscle to Exercise C. Adaptation of Connective Tissue to Exercise D. Neuromuscular Adaptations to Exercise II. Bioenergetics of Exercise and Training A. Biological Energy Systems B. Substrate Depletion and Repletion C. Bioenergetic Limiting Factors in Exercise Performance D. Oxygen Uptake and the aerobic and anaerobic Contributions to Exercise E. Metabolic Specificity of Training III. Reading and Discerning current Exercise Science literature A. Critical Reading and Data Analysis B. Evaluating Background and Purpose C. Theoretical Application to Performance Enhancement D. Practical Application to Performance Enhancement IV. Nutritional Factors in Health and Performance A. How to Evaluate the Adequacy of the Diet B. Role of the Nutritionist C. Precompetition and Postexercise Nutrition D. Performance Enhancing Substances:Effects, Risks and Appropriate Alternatives E. Obesity F. Eating Disorders V. Evaluation of Sport Mechanics and Specific Training Requirements A. Analyzing the Demands of your Sport B. Movement Production and Motor Performance C. Qualitative Biomechanical Analysis to Improve Technique and Training D. Understanding Injury Development VI. Resistance Training; Adaptations and Specific Training A. Exercise Technique Fundamentals B. Spotting Techniques C. Needs Analysis and Exercise Selection D. Exercise Order, Training Frequency E. Training Load, Repetitions, Volume and Rest VII. Aerobic Endurance Exercise Training A. Physiological Responses B. Factors Related to Aerobic Performance C. Types of Training Programs D. Designing an Aerobic Endurance Program E. Application of Program Design to Training Seasons F. Considerations Specific to Aerobic Endurance Training VIII. Functional Strength Training, Assessment and Performance Enhancement A. Assessing Functional Strength B. Analyzing Performance Enhancement Needs C. Functional Training and Stability Training D. Plyometric Training; Mechanics and Physiology E. Speed, Power, Agility and Balance F. Program Design IX. Application and Integration of New Training Techniques A. Past and Present Program Goals and Objectives B. General Conditioning Versus Specific Skill Development C. Evaluation and Time Management of Training Regimens D. Periodization Cycles E. Practical Program Planning X. Comprehensive Performance Enhancement Application Project

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 6/24/2008

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