Prerequisites for Module
Successful completion of Stages 1 and 2 of the BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Science course or equivalant.
Corequisite Modules
None.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
To develop an understanding of relevant theory, practical delivery and applied research concerning effective strength and conditioning training of athletes.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Practically demonstrate and coach selected conditioning exercises in a safe and effective manner.
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Evaluate research on the effectiveness of contemporary training strategies.
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Apply fundamental training theory to the evaluation of contemporary training methods.
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Indicative Module Content
Training theory; coaching skills; resistance training; maximum power training; aerobic conditioning; anaerobic conditioning; novel training methods; periodisation; plyometric training; speed training; agility training; practical sessions covering the demonstration and evaluation of: deadlift, squat, olympic lifts and derivatives; plyometric exercises; speed exercises and agility exercises.
Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Lectures
| 12 | Practicals
| 18 |
Directed Study
| | Practical Practice
| 30 | Reading
| 30 |
Private Study
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| 60 |
| Mode of Delivery
Lectures supported by practical components and individual study.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 1
| | Component 2 | 2,3
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Component 1 will be assessed by an OSPE
Component 2 will be assessed by courswork
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | HAFF, G. G, and TRAVIS TRIPLETT, N., eds. 2015. Essentials of strength training and conditioning. 4th edition. Illinois: Human kinetics.
| | 2. | JOYCE, D. and LEWINDON, D. eds., 2014. High-performance training for sports. Illinois: Human Kinetics.
| | 3. | TURNER, A, and COMFORT, P., eds. 2017. Advanced strength and conditioning: an evidence-based approach. Abinfdon-on-Thames:Routledge.
| | 4. | The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research.
| | 5. | The Strength & Conditioning Journal.
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