Physiology of Exercise
2
2012-2013
01930139
Physical Activity Sciences
Portuguese
Face-to-face
SEMESTRIAL
4.5
Compulsory
1st Cycle Studies
Recommended Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Teaching Methods
The curricular unit consists of theoretical sessions and theoretical-practical sessions. In practical lessons students will have the opportunity to conduct assessments of the physical condition using practical field situations.
Learning Outcomes
It is intended that students are able understand:
Energy sources and all the major mechanisms involved in its supply to the body, whether in rest situations or in exercise situations.
The anaerobic and the aerobic system, as well as the exercises included in each of them.
The cardiovascular system, its main functions and its major adaptations to stress.
The type of adaptations that occur in our bodies when we are under extreme environmental stress.
How to assess different energy pathways.
Work Placement(s)
NoSyllabus
Energy for physical activities;
Energy transfer during exercises;
Measuring the human energy expenditure;
Human energy expenditure during rest and physical activity;
Individual differences and measurement of energy capacities;
Aerobic systems for energy delivery and energy use;
Pulmonary structure and function;
Gas exchange and transport;
Dynamics of pulmonary ventilation;
The cardiovascular system;
Cardiovascular regulation and integration;
Functional capacity of the cardiovascular system;
Skeletal muscle: structure and function;
Enhancing the energy transfer capacity;
Training for anaerobic and aerobic power;
Muscular strength;
Exercise performance and environmental stress;
Exercising at medium and high altitude;
Sport diving;
Assessment of energy pathways;
Direct and indirect protocols, maximal and sub maximal protocols.
Head Lecturer(s)
Amândio Manuel Cupido Santos
Assessment Methods
Continuous
Two mid-term tests: 100.0%
Final
Exam: 100.0%
Bibliography
William D. McArdle, Frank I Kattch, Victor L. Katch (2010). Exercise Physiology – Nutrition, Energy, and Human Performance (seven Edition)