Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Fundamentals of Use of Training Equipment and the Terminology
Course Code
LSPA_581
Branch of Science
Health sciences; Sport Pedagogy
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 5
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Voldemārs Arnis
Structure Unit Manager
Renārs Līcis
Structural Unit
Department of Individual and Team Sports
Contacts
Riga, 3 Cigorinu Street, suuk@rsu.lv, +371 67611559
About Study Course
Objective
Acquire knowledge and skills on the use of a variety of trainers, free weights and dumbbells, acquire the relevant terminology, as well as the techniques and safety principles for exercising, providing the basis for professional activities in the field of health sports.
Preliminary Knowledge
Basic knowledge of anatomy of the human support and motion apparatus, physiological and biochemical processes of physical load, as well as basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology of human movement are required. The student should be able to identify the main muscle groups and their functions during movement, as well as understand the health effects of physical activity and the basic principles of safe load.
Prior to the completion of the study course, the student shall have the following pre-knowledge:
Knowledge:
- on the anatomy of the human support and movement apparatus (main muscle groups, joints, planes and directions of motion);
- on physiological basics of physical exercise (muscle function, energy supply during load, adaptation of the body to load);
- on the impact of physical activity on health and basic principles of health-promoting physical activity;
- on the basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology of human movement.
Skills:
- identify the main muscle groups and their functions during movement;
- to recognise and describe basic types of movement in the performance of physical exercises;
- analyse simple physical activity from the point of view of biomechanics and load effects.
Competencies: ability
- to apply basic knowledge of human movement and exercise to understand the principles and safety aspects of exercise performance in a fitness environment.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Describes strength and cardio machines and their types, names and basic functions.
Individual work and tests
Individual test with HUR trainers • Independently acquires various course topics and exercise terminology according to the literature sources specified by the lecturer. • Individual test with Technogym trainers • Theoretical test
2.Explains the use of exercises to be performed with exercise equipment, free weights and dumbbells in health sports.
Individual work and tests
Theoretical test • Individual test with dumbbells and free weights • Individual test with Technogym trainers • Independently acquires various course topics and exercise terminology according to the literature sources specified by the lecturer. • Individual test with HUR trainers
3.Names exercises and trainers using professionally correct terminology in latvian and english.
Individual work and tests
Participation in practice classes • Independently acquires various course topics and exercise terminology according to the literature sources specified by the lecturer. • Individual test with HUR trainers • Individual test with Technogym trainers • Individual test with dumbbells and free weights • Theoretical test
4.Explain the safety requirements and most frequent risks of exercises with exercise equipment, free weights and dumbbells.
Individual work and tests
Individual test with dumbbells and free weights • Individual test with Technogym trainers • Individual test with HUR trainers
Skills
1.Demonstrates and explains the correct exercise technique with exercise machines, free weights and dumbbells.
Individual work and tests
Individual test with HUR trainers • Individual test with Technogym trainers • Individual test with dumbbells and free weights
2.Adjusts the strength and cardio equipment correctly to suit the client’s height and goals.
Individual work and tests
Individual test with Technogym trainers • Individual test with HUR trainers • Individual work • Independently acquires various course topics and exercise terminology according to the literature sources specified by the lecturer.
3.Practically applies a variety of trainers and free weights to improve a customer’s physical fitness.
Individual work and tests
Individual test with HUR trainers • Individual work • Individual test with Technogym trainers • Individual test with dumbbells and free weights
Competences
1.Use strength and cardio machines, free weights and dumbbells independently and responsibly in fitness classes.
Individual work and tests
Individual test with dumbbells and free weights • Individual test with Technogym trainers • Individual work • Individual test with HUR trainers
2.Able to ensure safe and efficient use of trainers in customer-specific situations.
Individual work and tests
Individual test with HUR trainers • Individual test with Technogym trainers • Theoretical test
3.Use appropriate professional terminology in the gym in collaboration with clients and colleagues.
Individual work and tests
Individual test with dumbbells and free weights • Individual test with Technogym trainers • Individual test with HUR trainers • Independently acquires various course topics and exercise terminology according to the literature sources specified by the lecturer.
Assessment
Individual work
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1.
Individual work |
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Improve exercise performance techniques in solo exercise in the gym using a variety of trainers, free weights and dumbbells. |
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Independently acquires various course topics and exercise terminology according to the literature sources specified by the lecturer. |
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The student learns the course topics and exercise terminology independently, using the literature sources and study materials specified by the lecturer. Within the framework of independent work, the student analyses the principles of exercise performance, acquires and uses professional terminology, as well as reinforces theoretical knowledge in preparation for practical classes and study course examinations. |
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Examination
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Title
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% from total grade
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1.
Participation in practice classes |
20.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Students attend a course lecture and classes. During classes, all training and training tasks must be fulfilled and the lesson form to be submitted to the e-learning environment after the last lesson must be completed accurately. |
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2.
Individual test with HUR trainers |
20.00% from total grade
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10 points
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In the individual examination, the student must be able to name THE HUR trainers and the exercises to be performed on them in the correct terminology; name the muscle groups loaded on the machine; show adjustments to the machine according to the size of the client and demonstrate exercises. Evaluation criteria
Grading breakdown
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3.
Individual test with Technogym trainers |
20.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Examination equipment in the work environment (fitness room), the student names the Technogym trainers and the exercises to be performed on them in correct terminology, names the muscle groups loaded on the respective exercise equipment, shows the adjustments of the exercise equipment according to the size of the client and demonstrates the exercises. Evaluation criteria
Grading breakdown
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4.
Individual test with dumbbells and free weights |
20.00% from total grade
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10 points
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The student demonstrates exercises using free weights and dumbbells, according to a terminological description. The student should be able to tell them about the specifics of the exercises, the busy muscle groups, their workload depending on different bodily conditions. The terminological descriptions of the exercises are given in advance. Assessment criteria
Recommended ranking breakdown
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5.
Theoretical test |
20.00% from total grade
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10 points
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The student must answer in writing and one theory question. In order to take the theoretical examination, the student must pass all individual examinations and submit all classes forms. Evaluation criteria
Recommended breakdown of assessment
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Off site
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Auditorium
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3
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Topics
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Fitness equipment, their manufacturers and distributors. The most popular fitness equipment in Latvian fitness clubs. Cardio trainers, their program breakdown and fitness tests.
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Auditorium
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3
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Topics
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Spirit cardiograms, their applications. Technogym and Life fitness cardiograms and fitness tests.
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Lecture
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On site
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Auditorium
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3
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Strength training structure. Breakdown of power generation means. Strength exercise terminology.
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Class/Seminar
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On site
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3
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Strength training with HUR trainers and free rope trainers.
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Strength exercises with free weights, dumbbells and weight balls.
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On site
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Gym
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3
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Topics
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Strength exercises with Technogym trainers.
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Contact hours
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On site
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Gym
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3
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Topics
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Strength exercises with Technogym trainers.
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Class/Seminar
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength exercises with Technogym trainers.
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On site
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Topics
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Strength training with HUR trainers and free rope trainers.
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Contact hours
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Strength training with HUR trainers and free rope trainers.
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Contact hours
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On site
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Topics
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Strength exercises with free weights, dumbbells and weight balls.
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Test
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On site
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Topics
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Strength exercises with free weights, dumbbells and weight balls.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Spirit cardiograms, their applications. Technogym and Life fitness cardiograms and fitness tests.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Spirit cardiograms, their applications. Technogym and Life fitness cardiograms and fitness tests.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength exercises with free weights, dumbbells and weight balls.
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Class/Seminar
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On site
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Topics
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Strength exercises with free weights, dumbbells and weight balls.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
48 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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Off site
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Auditorium
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3
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Topics
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Fitness equipment, their manufacturers and distributors. The most popular fitness equipment in Latvian fitness clubs. Cardio trainers, their program breakdown and fitness tests.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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Off site
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Auditorium
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3
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Topics
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Spirit cardiograms, their applications. Technogym and Life fitness cardiograms and fitness tests.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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3
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Topics
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Strength training structure. Breakdown of power generation means. Strength exercise terminology.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength training with HUR trainers and free rope trainers.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength training with HUR trainers and free rope trainers.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength exercises with free weights, dumbbells and weight balls.
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Class/Seminar
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength exercises with free weights, dumbbells and weight balls.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength exercises with Technogym trainers.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Gym
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3
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Topics
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Strength exercises with Technogym trainers.
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Test
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength training with HUR trainers and free rope trainers.
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Test
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength training with HUR trainers and free rope trainers.
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Test
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength exercises with free weights, dumbbells and weight balls.
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Test
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength exercises with free weights, dumbbells and weight balls.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Spirit cardiograms, their applications. Technogym and Life fitness cardiograms and fitness tests.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Spirit cardiograms, their applications. Technogym and Life fitness cardiograms and fitness tests.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Spirit cardiograms, their applications. Technogym and Life fitness cardiograms and fitness tests.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength exercises with free weights, dumbbells and weight balls.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength exercises with free weights, dumbbells and weight balls.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength exercises with free weights, dumbbells and weight balls.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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3
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Topics
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Strength exercises with free weights, dumbbells and weight balls.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
48 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Delavjē F. Muskulatūras attīstīšana. Spēka vingrinājumi anatomiskā skatījumā. Zvaigzne ABC (6.-144. lpp.).
Additional Reading
1.
EuropeActive. EuropeActive's Essentials for Personal Trainers / EuropeActive ; Thomas Rieger, Ben Jones, Alfonso Jimenez, editors. Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 1 tiešsaistes resurss (x, 310 lpp.) Studiju kursa apguvei ieteicams izmantot šādas nodaļas atbilstoši kursa saturam: Personīgā treniņa loma un pamati (1.–3. nodaļa) Funkcionālā anatomija un kustību analīze (4.–6. nodaļa)
2.
Bompa, Tudor O., Periodization : theory and methodology of training. Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2019 Studiju kursa apguvei ieteicams izmantot sekojošas nodaļas: Part I – Training Theory: teorētiskie pamati par treniņa filozofiju, adaptāciju, slodzes variabliem un principiem, kas ir būtiski sporta un treniņa teorijai. (aptuveni 1.–4. nodaļa).
3.
Benes, Sarah, Lesson Planning for Skills-Based Health Education : meeting secondary-Level National Standards Studiju kursa apguvei ieteicams izmantot šādas nodaļas: Part I. Ievads un pamatprincipi Chapter 1: Skills‑Based Health Education: An Overview — pārskats par prasmju bāzētu mācīšanu un tās principiem. Chapter 2: Designing Your Health Curriculum — mācību programmas izstrādes soļi un plānošanas pamati.
4.
Developing Power. 2nd Edition. NSCA -National Strength & Conditioning Association. 2025, Page Count: 360. Ebook Chapter 1 – The Nature of Producing Power (Jaudas rašanās un biomehānikas pamatprincipi) Chapter 2 – Assessing Power and Individual Training Needs (Jaudas novērtēšana un treniņu vajadzību noteikšana) Chapter 3 – Periodization and Programming for Maximizing Power (Periodizācija un programmu plānošana maksimālai jaudas attīstībai)
5.
Developing Endurance. 2nd Edition. Author: NSCA -National Strength & Conditioning Association, Ben Reuter. 2025 Page Count: 352. eBook Studiju kursa apguvei ieteicamās nodaļas: Physiology of Endurance Sport Training Assessing Endurance Athletes Endurance Training Principles and Considerations Aerobic Endurance Development Exercise Technique Resistance Training for Endurance Sports Warm‑Up Methods and Techniques
6.
Sport Injury Prevention Anatomy. Author: David Potach, Erik Meira. 2025. eBook eteicamās nodaļas Chapter 1. Understanding Sport Injuries – sporta traumu izpratne un mehānismi Chapter 2. Injury Prevention Exercise Principles – traumu profilakses vingrojumu principi Chapter 10. Warm‑Up for Injury Prevention – iesildīšanās traumu profilaksei
7.
Strength Training Anatomy. 4th Edition, Frédéric Delavier, 2023 Studiju kursa apguvei ieteicamas šādas nodaļas, kas sasaista muskuļu anatomiju, vingrinājumu izpildi un muskuļu noslodzi: Ieteicamās nodaļas: Chapter 1 – Arms (roku muskulatūra un vingrinājumi) Chapter 2 – Shoulders (plecu muskuļi un to treniņi) Chapter 3 – Chest (krūšu muskuļu anatomija un vingrinājumi) Chapter 4 – Back (muguras muskuļu grupas un to noslodze) Chapter 5 – Legs (kāju muskuļu anatomija un vingrinājumi)
Other Information Sources
1.
Trenažieru ražotāja HUR mājaslapa
2.
Trenažieru ražotāja "Technogym" mājaslapa
3.
Trenažieru ražotāja "Life Fitness" mājaslapa