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Study Course Description

Free Resistance and Functional Training

Main Study Course Information

Course Code
SUUK_261
Branch of Science
Health sciences; Theory and History of Sports
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time

Study Course Implementer

Course Supervisor
Structure Unit Manager
Structural Unit
Department of Health Psychology and Paedagogy
Contacts

Riga, 3 Cigorinu Street, suuk@rsu.lv, +371 67611559

About Study Course

Objective

To acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for fitness trainers about exercises with free resistance and the conditions of their application in the free weights and functional area.

Preliminary Knowledge

Anatomy, sports physiology, biochemistry, basics of health sports, kinesiology.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

1.Knowledge and understanding of various power trainers, exercises with free weights and dumbbells, exercises using your own body weight and the possibilities of using various exercises to increase strength and muscle mass, strengthen the support and movement system, improve health, prevent injuries and various diseases.

Skills

1.Will know how to use any strength machines, adjust the machines according to the height of the client, show the correct exercise technique with the machines, free weights and dumbbells to strengthen health and achieve the goals desired by the client.

Competences

1.You will be able to draw up training programs for increasing strength and muscle mass, improving body composition, and lead classes using various trainers and exercises with your own body weight, free weights and dumbbells.

Assessment

Individual work

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.
Individual work
-
-
Independently learns various course topics according to the literature sources specified by the lecturer. Develops and executes an individual training program to increase one's physical fitness. Develops a strength training program appropriate to the client's age, gender, physical fitness and goals.

Examination

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.
Examination
-
-
2.
Examination
-
-
1.Independent work - Arranging individual exercises in sequence, demonstrating them - 15% 2.Independent work - preparation and demonstration of a training fragment (the topic is determined by the teacher) - 15% 3.Final test - conducting the lesson 3 parts (introduction, main part, conclusion ) - 70% *The test can be taken if all practical classes have been attended and independent work has been completed.

Study Course Theme Plan

FULL-TIME
Semester 1
  1. Functional zone training in health sports

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Lecture
On site
Auditorium
3
  1. Basic exercises with free weights, rationale for their use, various modifications

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
2.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Exercises for different muscle groups, their application in individual training plans

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
2.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
3.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
4.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Stretching exercises individually and in pairs

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Development of quick power with the plyometric method, use of special equipment

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Developing quick power with weightlifting exercises

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Use of the TRX suspension system in the functional area

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
2.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Formation of circuit training in the functional area

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Work with a customer simulation

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
2.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
3.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Control

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
51 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME
Semester 1
  1. Functional zone training in health sports

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Lecture
On site
Auditorium
3
  1. Basic exercises with free weights, rationale for their use, various modifications

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
2.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Exercises for different muscle groups, their application in individual training plans

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
2.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
3.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
4.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Stretching exercises individually and in pairs

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Development of quick power with the plyometric method, use of special equipment

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Developing quick power with weightlifting exercises

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Use of the TRX suspension system in the functional area

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
2.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Formation of circuit training in the functional area

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Work with a customer simulation

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
2.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
3.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
  1. Control

EventType
Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Gym
3
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
51 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam

Bibliography

Required Reading

1.

Foundations of Professional Personal Training. 3rd Edition. Edited by Canadian Fitness Professionals Inc. 2022. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics 456 p.

2.

Airhart, T.D. Principles of Training for Fitness and Wellness. 4th Revised edition. Kendall/Hunt Publishing Co ,U.S. 277 p. 2020

3.

Dzenis A., Grāvītis U., Knipše G. Trenera rokasgrāmata. Rīga, Jumava, 2022.

Additional Reading

1.

Boyle M. New Functional Training for Sports. Human kinetics, 2016.

2.

ACSM's Resources for the Group Exercise Instructor. 2nd edition. American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Wolters Kluwer Health. 288 p. 2022

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