Components Of Athleticism
Become Stronger And More Athletic
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Whether you are an athlete, a trainer or a coach, this course will teach you the main principles that you need to know when building athleticism. Since those concepts apply to all sports, this course is perfect for you, if you want to improve your sports performance specifically for your preferred sport.
As a trained biomechanist, a basketball trainer and an athlete myself, I study the science of human locomotion and find ways to analyze and optimize movements. This course contains lots of valuable scientifically proven knowledge that I have gained over the years. Let me share it with you.
I will take you through all the important matters related to the components of athleticism, starting with the properties of muscle, the strength qualities, all the way to some practical training examples.
After finishing this course, you will be able to:
Understand what makes up athleticism
Start taking your athleticism to the next level
Build your training based on your specific needs
The following topics will be covered in this course:
Muscle Properties
How are muscles built?
How do muscles contract?
What's the relationship between the force a muscle can produce and its length?
Which muscle contraction forms are there?
What's the relationship between the force production of a muscle and its contraction velocity?
What's the role of the nervous system regarding athletic performance?
Strength Qualities
In which individual qualities can we divide strength?
How can we train those qualities and how do they influence each other?
What's the relationship between maximal strength and maximal velocity/speed?
What exactly is the meaning of power in relation to strength?
How can we track our training progress?
Components Of Athleticism
What defines overall athleticism?
Which physical and psychological components does an athlete need?
What makes up an overall good athlete?
Training For Athleticism
Which athletic component should be trained first?
How should we proceed when building athleticism?
Which options for athletic training are there?
How can we optimize our training adaptations?
How can we minimize the recovery time and which popular recovery methods are there?
If You Want To Take Your Training Or Your Clients' Training To The Next Level, This Course Is Perfect For You.
Of course, there is a 30-day money-back guarantee from Udemy. Feel free to enroll now to see if this course is for you and start building.
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Learning objectives
- Learn how to become more athletic
- Build your training based on your specific needs
- Learn how muscles are built
- Understand how the nervous system influences our training
- Get to know the components that define athleticism
- Know the details about the different strength qualities
- Learn how to become more athletic
- Build your training based on your specific needs
- Learn how muscles are built
- Understand how the nervous system influences our training
- Get to know the components that define athleticism
- Know the details about the different strength qualities
Syllabus
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Activities
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Refresh your memory on the foundational learning topics of the course to set yourself up for success!
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Review the course overview and learning objectives.
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Skim through the course content and focus on any concepts you find challenging.
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Revisit any textbooks, articles, or notes you used in preparation for the course.
Organize and Review Course Materials
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Consolidate and review your course materials to enhance your understanding and retention of the key concepts.
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Gather all the handouts, notes, and assignments from the course.
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Organize the materials by topic or module.
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Review the materials regularly, focusing on the main ideas and concepts.
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Identify any areas where you need further clarification or support.
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Consider creating summaries or flashcards to reinforce your learning.
Join a Study or Training Group
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Connect with fellow athletes or fitness enthusiasts to share knowledge, learn from each other's experiences, and stay motivated.
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Find or form a study or training group with people who have similar goals.
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Meet regularly to discuss course content, practice exercises, and support each other's progress.
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Share knowledge, resources, and tips within the group.
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Explore online tutorials and videos to reinforce and clarify important topics and concepts presented in the course.
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Find reputable online sources that provide tutorials on the specific topics you want to review.
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Set aside dedicated time to follow along with the tutorials, taking notes and practicing the concepts.
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Engage with the tutorial instructors or online communities to ask questions and share insights.
Practice Strength-Building Exercises
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Engage in regular strength-building exercises to develop your physical prowess and enhance your athletic abilities.
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Choose exercises that target the major muscle groups.
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Start with a weight or resistance level that challenges you but allows you to maintain good form.
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Focus on proper technique and control throughout the exercises.
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Gradually increase the weight or resistance as you progress.
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Listen to your body and take rest days when necessary.
Contribute to the Athletic Community
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Engage in activities that benefit the broader athletic community and deepen your understanding of the field.
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Volunteer at local sports events or organizations.
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Mentor younger athletes or fitness enthusiasts.
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Share your knowledge and experiences through blogging, vlogging, or social media.
Review Course Material
Show steps
Refresh your memory on the foundational learning topics of the course to set yourself up for success!
Show steps
- Review the course overview and learning objectives.
- Skim through the course content and focus on any concepts you find challenging.
- Revisit any textbooks, articles, or notes you used in preparation for the course.
Organize and Review Course Materials
Show steps
Consolidate and review your course materials to enhance your understanding and retention of the key concepts.
Show steps
- Gather all the handouts, notes, and assignments from the course.
- Organize the materials by topic or module.
- Review the materials regularly, focusing on the main ideas and concepts.
- Identify any areas where you need further clarification or support.
- Consider creating summaries or flashcards to reinforce your learning.
Join a Study or Training Group
Show steps
Connect with fellow athletes or fitness enthusiasts to share knowledge, learn from each other's experiences, and stay motivated.
Show steps
- Find or form a study or training group with people who have similar goals.
- Meet regularly to discuss course content, practice exercises, and support each other's progress.
- Share knowledge, resources, and tips within the group.
Follow Along with Online Tutorials
Show steps
Explore online tutorials and videos to reinforce and clarify important topics and concepts presented in the course.
Show steps
- Find reputable online sources that provide tutorials on the specific topics you want to review.
- Set aside dedicated time to follow along with the tutorials, taking notes and practicing the concepts.
- Engage with the tutorial instructors or online communities to ask questions and share insights.
Practice Strength-Building Exercises
Show steps
Engage in regular strength-building exercises to develop your physical prowess and enhance your athletic abilities.
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Speed
Show steps
- Choose exercises that target the major muscle groups.
- Start with a weight or resistance level that challenges you but allows you to maintain good form.
- Focus on proper technique and control throughout the exercises.
- Gradually increase the weight or resistance as you progress.
- Listen to your body and take rest days when necessary.
Contribute to the Athletic Community
Show steps
Engage in activities that benefit the broader athletic community and deepen your understanding of the field.
Show steps
- Volunteer at local sports events or organizations.
- Mentor younger athletes or fitness enthusiasts.
- Share your knowledge and experiences through blogging, vlogging, or social media.
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