EXSC 3420 - Advanced Principles of Strength and Conditioning

Goals: To review anatomical, biomechanical, and bioenergetics principles that play key roles in S&C program design and personal training; to understand the role of hormones in training adaptations; to learn the major differences in training adaptations to aerobic and anaerobic training programs; to examine training differences for various populations, athletes, and gender; to understand optimal nutrition guidelines for performance and health; to assess an individual’s level of fitness using NSCA and ACSM guidelines; to demonstrate proper execution of resistance, cardiovascular and flexibility exercises; to learn how to fully design training programs, that includes warm-up, flexibility, resistance training, and conditioning for various populations; and to understand legal and ownership aspects of S&C and personal training in a professional setting.

Content: This course is designed to provide students with an advanced and evidence-based understanding of strength and conditioning program design for all populations to promote health, fitness, and performance. Students will use current research to develop and justify programs and techniques for numerous and diverse clients. This course will prepare students for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification exam, as well as various personal training certifications.

Taught: Fall

Prerequisite: EXSC 3210 with a grade of C- or better

Credits: 4