In this course, you will learn how performing running, swimming and strength training will improve physical fitness. You will study different running workouts designed to maximize aerobic potential and develop endurance. You will learn how appropriate track and terrain training increases performance, and how sprint and hill running improves distance, time and maximum speed. The course informs you about choosing and using appropriate running gear, and you will learn about different running surfaces and about the importance of running form or gait.
Swimming is excellent exercise for overall fitness, aerobic endurance, power, strength and flexibility. You will compare the benefits of open-water versus pool swimming and learn why wet suits, fins and other swimming gear is worn. There are a range of interval workouts presented, with details on work-rest ratios, pace, distance and repetition, for aerobic and anaerobic training sessions.
The course then introduces you to the principles of muscle strength and endurance training, through the use of weight equipment. Optimal physical fitness requires muscles of the upper and lower body to be developed in a balanced way. The course informs you how to perform strength training exercises that develop full body muscular balance. You will examine warm-up and cool-down exercises and how to avoid common injuries, and you will learn about the importance of diet, nutrition and hydration before and after exercise. Start this course today and gain the knowledge and skills to greatly improve your physical fitness and well-being.
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View All Learning Outcomes View Less All Alison courses are free to enrol study and complete. To successfully complete this course and become an Alison Graduate, you need to achieve 80% or higher in each course assessment. Once you have completed this course, you have the option to acquire an official Diploma, which is a great way to share your achievement with the world.
Your Alison is:
- Ideal for sharing with potential employers
- Include it in your CV, professional social media profiles and job applications.
- An indication of your commitment to continuously learn, upskill & achieve high results.
- An incentive for you to continue empowering yourself through lifelong learning.
Alison offers 3 types of Diplomas for completed Diploma courses:
- Digital : a downloadable in PDF format immediately available to you when you complete your purchase.
- : a physical version of your officially branded and security-marked , posted to you with FREE shipping.
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