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Powers, S.K., and Howley, E.T. (2004) Exercise Physiology, 5th ed., Boston: McGraw-Hill Publishers

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

A study of the physiological responses and adaptations to exercise as related to human performance limitations, training effect and health related benefits. Emphasis is given to the cardiovascular basis of such phenomena, interrelating topics such as circulatory physiology, energy production, and cardiorespiratory function.

RELATIONSHIP TO UNIVERSITY MISSION:

1. Transferring knowledge and values related to exercise science and fitness development to students
2. Equipping students with needed skills and insights related to exercise science and fitness development, and by encouraging students to grow professionally and develop a strong sense of personal and professional integrity
3. Prepaing future fitness and wellness professionals to live purposeful lives through undergraduate professional preparation and education
4. Providing services to the general community through research, professional service, continuing education, pubications, presentations, and collaboration with fitness and wellness centers.

SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

1. To demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy and physiology of the major systems which are responsible for large muscle activity, particularly the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, endocrine and respiratory systems. (NCDPI 2.1)
   
2. To demonstrate an understanding of the biological factors underlying individual differences in strength, power, endurance and speed of movement with consideration of age and gender. (NASPE 1.6)
   
3. To demonstrate an understanding of the metabolic processes which support muscular activity and the specific relations of these responses to the characteristics of the exercise in which one is engaged in. (NCDPI 2.2)
   
4. To demonstrate an understanding of the specific muscular adaptations that occur to enhance strength, power, endurance and speed of movement. (NCDPI 2.2)
   
5. To demonstrate an understanding of the cardiorespiratory responses that occur with exercise and the limitations they impose on endurance and their adaptability to training. (NCDPI 2.2)
   
6. To demonstrate an understanding of the biological adaptations which occur as a result of exercise with specific reference to reduction of risk and/or rehabilitation after coronary heart disease, stroke, etc.
   
7. To demonstrate an understanding of the metabolic basis underlying oxygen debt and deficit, and their relationship to performance.
   
8. To demonstrate an understanding of the physiological basis commonly employed in training programs designed to improve all aspects of physical fitness.
   
9. To demonstrate an understanding of the physiological adaptations to environmental factors, such as heat, humidity, altitude and underwater.
   
10. To demonstrate an understanding of the effects of ergogenic aids on human performance and their side effects.
    

ASSIGNMENTS:

Various assignments from the laboratory experiments and other short papers.

TOPICAL OUTLINE:

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1. Physiology of Exercise: Intro
2. Control of the Internal Environment
3. Bioenergetics
4. Exercise Metabolism
5. Hormonal Responses to Exercise
6. Measurement of Work, Power, and Energy Expenditure
7. Nervous System: Structure and Control of Movement
8. Skeletal Muscle: Structure and Function
9. Circulatory Adaptations to Exercise
10. Respiration during Exercise
11. Acid-base Balance during Exercise
12. Temperature Regulationg
13. Physiology of Training
14. Patterns in Health and Disease
15. Work Tests to Evaluate Cardiorespiratory Fitness
16. Exercise Prescriptions for Health and Fitness
17. Factors Affecting Performance
18. Work Tests to Evaluate Performance
19. Training for Performance
20. Training for the Female Athlete, Children, and Special Populations
21. Exercise and the Environment

PAPER:

The paper will be written as a review of a physiological topic chosen by the student and approved by Dr. Bergemann. It will be no more than 10 pages in length; typed double-spaced. The title page and bibliography page is not included in the ten. The minimum length shall be 8 full pages. The student will be shown how to access information on the internet utilizing Sport Discus and Medline. Professional journals are the most recent reporting of research information, however textbooks, review articles, internet journal articles, and website information may also be used. All sources must be referenced in the bibliography section of the paper and cited in the text. That means, if you use someone elses findings, or information, give them credit by using a citation, such as: (Smith, 1999), and then in the bibliography you list the authors alphabetically. It is easy for the reader to find the bibliographic reference for the citation.

For this paper, I want you to choose a topic that is most interesting to you and your future career. This gives you an opportunity to plow into the recent literature on your subject and become an "expert". It is very interesting to me to read the papers, particularly the ones that reviewed many sources. I never stop learning either. The paper will be due near the end of the course and the exact date will be set later.

EVALUATION:

GRADING:

• A = 90 - 100%
• B = 80 - 89%
• C = 70 - 79%
• D = 60 - 69%
• F = < 60%

ATTENDANCE:

The university requirement is that the student fails when the number of absences exceeds 15%. That would be 7 classes.

SELECTED BIBLIOGRAPHY:

• Adams, W.C. (1991). Foundations of physical education, exercise, and sport sciences. Philadelphia : Lea & Febiger,
• Berger, R.A. (1982). Applied exercise physiology. Philadelphia : Lea & Febiger.
• Camaione, D.N. (1993). Fitness management. Dubuque, IA : Brown & Benchmark.
• Chu, D.A. (1996) Explosive power & strength : complex training for maximum results. Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics.
• Maud, P.J. & Foster, C. (eds). (1995). Physiological assessment of human fitness. Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics.
• McArdle, W.D., Katch, F.I., & Katch, V.L. (1986). Exercise physiology : energy, nutrition, and human performance. Philadelphia : Lea & Febiger.
• Nieman, D.C. (1995). Fitness and Sports Medicine. (3rd ed.). Palo Alto, CA: Bull Publishing, Co.
• Pollock, M.L., Wilmore, H., & Fox, S.M.III. (1984). Exercise in health and disease : evaluation and prescription for prevention and rehabilitation . Philadelphia : W.B. Saunders.
• Sharkey, B.J. (1997). Fitness and health. Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics.
• Shephard, R.J. & Astrand, P.-O. (eds.). (1992). Endurance in sport. Oxford [England] ; Blackwell Scientific Publications.
• Westcott, W.L. (1987). Strength fitness : physiological principles and training techniques. Boston : Allyn and Bacon, 1987.
• Wilmore, J.H., & Costill, D.L. (1994). Physiology of sport and exercise. Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics.