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Study Course Description
Basics of Health Sports
Course Code
SUUK_257
Branch of Science
Health sciences; Sport Pedagogy
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Voldemārs Arnis
Structure Unit Manager
Una Veseta
Structural Unit
Department of Sports and Nutrition
Contacts
Riga, 3 Cigorinu Street, suuk@rsu.lv, +371 67611559
About Study Course
Objective
To learn how to use physical exercise to increase physical fitness, strengthen health and prevent various illnesses in people of different ages and physical abilities.
Preliminary Knowledge
Anatomy, sports physiology, sports biochemistry.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Describe and explain exercises for health promotion and disease prevention; the history and development of health sports in the 20th and 21st centuries; name the main functions of health sports and competitive sports; record and classify the types of classes used in health sports; define the terms 'health', 'healthy lifestyle', 'sport', 'health sport'; identify the main factors on which human health depends; justify the importance of physical exercise for strengthening health; formulate the causes of obesity and its adverse effects on the human body, the importance of exercise and the use of physical exercise to prevent obesity; describe the use of exercise in the prevention of various diseases; explain the importance of different exercises in achieving client goals; characterize the physical activity of children, adolescents and young people; peculiarities of physical activity for seniors; tell about physical activity for athletes with health ailments and health conditions where sports activities are prohibited; interpret the basic principles of health-promoting training and their application in health-related sports.
Skills
1.Use aerobic, strength and muscle stretching exercises to strengthen health and prevent disease; select and recommend the most appropriate exercises, the amount and intensity of the workload, different types of classes; develop a simple health sports training programme for people of all ages, depending on their health, fitness and goals, using the basic principles of health sports training.
Competences
1.Develop recommendations for physical activity and a lesson plan for clients of all ages, depending on their state of health, fitness and goals, using the basic principles of health sports training; educate clients on the need for physical exercise and its role in today's society.
Assessment
Individual work
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Independently acquire various course topics according to the literature sources indicated by the lecturer. Creating two health sports training programs for one month, for a specific person, using aerobic, strength and flexibility exercises, indicating the person's age, gender, height, weight, body mass index (BMI), physical activity, physical fitness, health condition and goals wants to achieve through physical exercise.
Topics of independent work and recommended literature for independent work
1. Recommendations for physical activities for the population of Latvia
2. Recommendations for the promotion of physical activity for the population of Latvia (2019)
3. Sports Policy Guidelines 2021-2027. year.
4. Energy supply during muscle work, threshold of anaerobic change. (Pp. 229-234)
5. Structure of sports training. (Group 2, page 80)
6. Training load, fatigue symptoms after different loads (pp. 81-84)
7. Stages of congestion, causes and aggravation of congestion (pp. 84-85)
8. Physical activities for athletes with health disorders (pp. 180-193)
9. Health conditions in which sports activities are prohibited (pp. 193-195)
10. Peculiarities of physical activities for seniors (pp. 195-19-19)
11. The role of the most common chronic diseases and physical exercise in their prevention
12. Cardiovascular diseases, their symptoms
13. Versatility - a key principle in children's and youth sports (35 pages)
14. Development of children's movement skills and selection of sports activities corresponding to the child's level of development (pp. 58-59) Influence of different intensities and volume loads on the child's growth (p. 60)
15. Specifics of resilience development and change for children and young people of different ages (pp. 64-66) (98-100)
16. Conditions for strength training for children and adolescents (45 -46 pages) Basics of strength training, safety and effectiveness for children and adolescents (60-64 pages) Specifics of strength training for children and young people of different ages (100 -101).
17. Development of speed flexibility and dexterity in children of different ages (102 - 104). Specifics of power change and development for children and youth (67 pages)
18. Adaptation of the musculoskeletal system of children and adolescents to regular physical activity (110 - 113)
19. Exercises for the prevention of posture in children and adolescents (161 -164)
20. Influence of movements on the general development of the child at an early age (88-100)
Recommended literature on the topics of independent work
- (1. tēma) https://www.spkc.gov.lv/lv/fiziskas-aktivitates/fizisko_aktivitu_ieteikumi_latvijas_iedzvotjiem.pdf
- (2. tēma) Rekomendācijas fizisko aktivitāšu veicināšanai Latvijas iedzīvotājiem (2019). http://www.vm.gov.lv/images/userfiles/Tava%20veseliba/Preci…
- (3. tēma) https://www.izm.gov.lv/sites/izm/files/media_file/sporta_politikas_pamatnostadnes.pdf
- ((4.-. tēmas) Grasis N. un autoru kolektīvs. Trenera rokasgrāmata. Rīga, Jumava, 2015, 375 lpp.
- (5.-10. tēmas) Grasis N. un autoru kolektīvs. Trenera rokasgrāmata 2. Rīga, Lttc, 2006, 312 lpp.
- (12. tēma) http://www.spkc.gov.lv/mili-savu-sirdi/887/sirds-un-asinsvadu-slimibas-un-to-simptomi
- (13.-20. tēmas) J.Žīdens un autoru kolektīvs. Bērnu un pusaudžu trenera rokasgrāmata 3. Rīga, Lttc, 2008, 215 lpp.
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Examination
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Develop a programme of physical activity recommendations for one month for a specific person, using aerobic, strength and flexibility exercises, indicating age, sex, height, weight, BMI, physical activity, physical fitness, health status. List the main goals in order of importance that the person wants to achieve through exercise. A matrix prepared in the e-studio which helps the student to prepare and design the programme.
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Attendance of lectures and classes and active participation in classes 20%, health sports training program 30%, theoretical questions 20%, test 30%.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
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Sport, physical activity and health. The role of healthy lifestyle and exercise in maintaining and strengthening health. Latest scientific research and tendencies.
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Sport, physical activity and health. The role of healthy lifestyle and exercise in maintaining and strengthening health. Latest scientific research and tendencies.
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A brief historical overview and development of health sports. Characteristics of human physical activity and the development of health sports in the 21st century. Development of health sports in Latvia.
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A brief historical overview and development of health sports. Characteristics of human physical activity and the development of health sports in the 21st century. Development of health sports in Latvia.
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Exercises used in health sports, their general characteristics and application. Aerobic exercises, their general characteristics. Specificity of different aerobic exercises. Recommended aerobic load. Aerobic exercise intensity criteria, exercise planning and dosing.
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Exercises used in health sports, their general characteristics and application. Aerobic exercises, their general characteristics. Specificity of different aerobic exercises. Recommended aerobic load. Aerobic exercise intensity criteria, exercise planning and dosing.
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High intensity interval training, their significance and application in health sports. Breakdown of AIIT. An overview of the latest scientific research on the effects of various AIITs on aerobic performance, peak power and body composition.
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High intensity interval training, their significance and application in health sports. Breakdown of AIIT. An overview of the latest scientific research on the effects of various AIITs on aerobic performance, peak power and body composition.
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Strength exercises, their application and impact on the human body. The role of strength training in strengthening health and preventing various diseases.
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Strength exercises, their application and impact on the human body. The role of strength training in strengthening health and preventing various diseases.
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General development exercises, their application and impact on the human body.
General characteristics, main advantages and disadvantages of group activities.
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General development exercises, their application and impact on the human body.
General characteristics, main advantages and disadvantages of group activities.
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Basic principles of health promoting training, their application in health sports classes.
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Basic principles of health promoting training, their application in health sports classes.
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Specificity of physical activities of children, adolescents and young people. Peculiarities of physical activity for seniors.
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Specificity of physical activities of children, adolescents and young people. Peculiarities of physical activity for seniors.
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Causes and adverse effects of obesity on the human body, importance of physical activity and exercise to prevent obesity. The role and application of physical exercise in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.
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Causes and adverse effects of obesity on the human body, importance of physical activity and exercise to prevent obesity. The role and application of physical exercise in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.
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Presentation and analysis of the developed training programs.
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Presentation and analysis of the developed training programs.
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Presentation and analysis of the developed training programs.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
44 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Sport, physical activity and health. The role of healthy lifestyle and exercise in maintaining and strengthening health. Latest scientific research and tendencies.
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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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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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A brief historical overview and development of health sports. Characteristics of human physical activity and the development of health sports in the 21st century. Development of health sports in Latvia.
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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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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Exercises used in health sports, their general characteristics and application. Aerobic exercises, their general characteristics. Specificity of different aerobic exercises. Recommended aerobic load. Aerobic exercise intensity criteria, exercise planning and dosing.
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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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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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High intensity interval training, their significance and application in health sports. Breakdown of AIIT. An overview of the latest scientific research on the effects of various AIITs on aerobic performance, peak power and body composition.
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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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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Strength exercises, their application and impact on the human body. The role of strength training in strengthening health and preventing various diseases.
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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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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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General development exercises, their application and impact on the human body.
General characteristics, main advantages and disadvantages of group activities.
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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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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Basic principles of health promoting training, their application in health sports classes.
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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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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Specificity of physical activities of children, adolescents and young people. Peculiarities of physical activity for seniors.
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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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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Causes and adverse effects of obesity on the human body, importance of physical activity and exercise to prevent obesity. The role and application of physical exercise in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.
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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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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Presentation and analysis of the developed training programs.
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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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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Presentation and analysis of the developed training programs.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
22 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Fizisko aktivitāšu ieteikumi Latvijas iedzīvotājiem. Pieejams no: https://www.spkc.gov.lv/sites/spkc/files/data_content/fizisko_aktivitu_ieteikumi_latvijas_iedzvotjiem.pdf
2.
Rekomendācijas fizisko aktivitāšu veicināšanai Latvijas iedzīvotājiem. 2019. Pieejams no: http://www.vm.gov.lv/images/userfiles/Tava%20veseliba/Precizets_Rekomend%C4%81cijas_FA_080219_050819.pdf
3.
Sporta politikas pamatnostādnes 2021. - 2027. gadam. Pieejams: https://www.izm.gov.lv/lv/sporta-politikas-pamatnostadnes-2021-2027gadam
4.
Līcis R., Grāvītis U., Luika S. un autoru kolektīvs. Vispusīgās fiziskās sagatavotības trenera rokasgrāmata. LTTC, 2015.
5.
Dzenis A., Grāvītis U., Knipše G. un autoru kolektīvs. Trenera rokasgrāmata. Rīga, Jumava, 2015, 375 lpp.
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Delavjē F. Muskulatūras attīstīšana. Spēka vingrinājumi anatomiskā skatījumā. Zvaigzne ABC, 2017.
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Žīdens J. un autoru kolektīvs. Bērnu un pusaudžu trenera rokasgrāmata. Rīga, Lttc, 2008, 215 lpp.
Additional Reading
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Physical activity. WHO, 2020. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-
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Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee Scientific Report. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2018, 779p.
3.
Bompa, Tudor O. Periodization : theory and methodology of training / Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2019.
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Santana, Juan Carlos. Functional Training / Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2016. 1 tiešsaistes resurss (xiv, 274 lpp.)
5.
EuropeActive. EuropeActive's Essentials for Personal Trainers / Thomas Rieger, Ben Jones, Alfonso Jimenez, editors. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics, 2016. 1 tiešsaistes resurss (x, 310 lpp.)
6.
Gavin, James. Lifestyle Wellness Coaching / James Gavin, PhD, Madeleine Mcbrearty, PhD, Concordia University. 2nd edition. Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2013. 1 tiešsaistes resurss (xii, 261 lpp.)
7.
Bompa, Tudor O. Conditioning Young Athletes / Tudor O. Bompa, Michael Carrera. Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2015. 1 tiešsaistes resurss (viii, 296 lpp.)
Other Information Sources
1.
Sebastien FM Chastin, et.all. Effects of Regular Physical Activity on the Immune System, Vaccination and Risk of Community-Acquired Infectious Disease in the General Population: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Sports Med. 2021 Aug
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Dong-Hyuk Cho, et all. Physical Activity and the Risk of COVID-19 Infection and Mortality: A Nationwide Population-Based Case-Control Study J. Clin. Med. 2021, 10(7), 1539
3.
Elin Ekblom-Bak, et.all. Cardiorespiratory fitness and lifestyle on severe COVID-19 risk in 279,455 adults: a case control study. International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity. 2021.
4.
Daizong Wen, et.all. Effects of Different Protocols of High Intensity Interval Training for VO2max Improvements in Adults: A Meta-Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport 22(8), 2019.
5.
S. Gabriel de Oliveira-Nunes, et all. HIIT vs. SIT: What Is the Better to Improve VO2max? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2021, 18(24)