1 x 20 minute practical observation covering outcome 1 (1000 words)
1 x 1000 word case study covering outcomes 2, 3 and 4

This unit introduces the principles of training. The training and assessment of the various components of fitness are examined. The practical application of the planning, implementation and evaluation of personal fitness programmes is examined. Learners are required to demonstrate the practical assessment of various components of fitness. They then use knowledge of training principles and the physiological changes made by the body following exercise regimes to plan and undertake a training programme designed to meet specific outcomes. The training programme is then evaluated.

45 Hours Contact:-
25 x 1.5 hours tutor-led lecture programme.
5 x 1.5 hours tutor-led and/or student-led practical, presentation and workshop programme.

105 Hours student-led guided independent study:-
75 hours research / reading
30 hours assignment completion

Appropriately and adequately equipped lecture room.
Appropriately and adequately equipped learning resource facility.
Gym and fitness room with a range of cardiovascular and resistance equipment.
Simple fitness assessment equipment e.g. multistage fitness test package, sit and reach box, dynamometers, and software packages.
Various media such as books, journals, publications, computer-based resources and videos to provide current information and research findings. Internet access to research findings.
Presentation facilities.

Core Texts:
Mc Cardle. W. etal. 2001. Exercise physiology, Energy, Nutrtion, and Human Performance. Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
Baechle TR, Earle RW (Eds) (2000). Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning. Human Kinetics
Wilmore, J and Costill, D - Physiology of Sport and Exercise (Human Kinetics Europe, 1994) ISBN: 0873226933
Edward, T (et al) ? Health Fitness Instructor's Handbook (Human Kinetics, 1997) ISBN: 0873229584
Frank, D ? Sports Training Principles - Sport, Nutrition and Fitness (A & C Black, 1997) ISBN: 0713641495

Additions
Australian Sports Commission. (2000). Physiological Tests for Elite Athletes. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
Eston, R. and Reilly, T. (2001). Kinanthropometry and Exercise Physiology Laboratory
Manual: test, procedures and data - Volume 1: Anthropometry. Second Edition, London: Routledge.
Eston, R. and Reilly, T. (2001). Kinanthropometry and Exercise Physiology Laboratory
Manual: tests, procedures and data - Volume 2: Exercise Physiology. Second Edition, London: Routledge.
Inbar, O., Bar-Or, O. and Skinner, J.S. (1996). The Wingate Test. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
Welk, G.J. (2002). Physical Activity Assessments for Health-Related Research. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.