Practical Sports Physiology and Assessment of Physical Performance (LSPA_626)
About Study Course
Objective
To provide in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge about the physiological response and adaptation mechanisms of the human body during physical exertion. To develop skills to assess an individual's physical performance using various physiological, biochemical and anthropometric methods, as well as to create individualized exercise and recovery strategies.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge in the physiology and biochemistry of skeletal muscle, cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
Learning outcomes
1.After successfully completing the course, the student will be able to:
• explain the functioning of skeletal muscle, cardiovascular and respiratory systems at rest and during physical exertion, based on the physiological and biochemical processes occurring in the body;
• name and explain short-term and long-term physiological and biochemical adaptations as a result of resistance (strength) and aerobic (endurance) training;
• name, describe and compare different methods of assessing physical performance (e.g. VO₂max, submaximal tests, field tests);
• explain the physiological principles of resting metabolism and the causes of RED-S syndrome;
• describe changes in biochemical parameters during physical exertion, overload and recovery processes;
• name various anthropometric and body composition assessment methods and explain their principles of operation;
• name various recovery methods and explain their importance in the health and performance of athletes.
1.Application of knowledge - ability to:
• analyse functional capability assessment tests (e.g. VO ₂ max, submax, EMG, ECG, spirometry) based on physiological and biochemical processes in the body;
• interpret the results of gas exchange (ventilation thresholds VT1, VT2), lactate (LT1, LT2) and biochemical markers (hormones, enzymes);
• assess body composition by different methods (calypometry, bioimpedance, DEXA)
• detect peace metobolism and apply RED-S diagnostic tools;
• apply performance monitoring techniques to everyday work;
• evaluate and apply recovery strategies in the exercise process.
1.Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
• integrate knowledge of physiological and biochemical processes, explaining individual functional capacity and physical performance assessment tests, according to age and gender;
• develop an individual training and recovery plan based on the results of the functional capacity and physical performance assessment tests;
• based on the data, assess health risks related to low energy availability or excessive load and adjust training methodology;
• evaluate the reliability of measurement data and its suitability for a specific population;
• use various methods for long-term monitoring of athletes;
• develop scientifically based recommendations for improving physical performance.
