Fisiología del ejercicio para todos from edX

Este MOOC te brindará conocimientos básicos sobre el funcionamiento del cuerpo humano durante diferentes tipos de ejercicios y entrenamientos. De esta manera, comprenderás los fenómenos que vivencias en tu cotidianidad y comprenderás lo que hacen y viven los diferentes campeones para lograr sus metas.

Experimentarás y aprenderás cómo el cuerpo humano responde a diferentes formas de ejercicio y obtendrás respuesta a preguntas como: ¿de dónde obtiene la energía el cuerpo humano?, ¿cómo diferentes tipos de ejercicio favorecen el uso de carbohidratos, grasas y proteínas?, ¿cuántas kilocalorías quemas con diferentes tipos de actividades?, ¿cómo el ejercicio modifica la respuesta hormonal?, ¿qué hace a Bolt el humano más rápido del mundo?, ¿por qué algunos sujetos desarrollan músculos grandes y otros no?, ¿cómo tu propio cuerpo regula la temperatura durante el ejercicio?, entre otras.

Este MOOC es creado por docentes e investigadores con amplia experiencia y formación a nivel de maestría y doctorado en fisiología del ejercicio, además de ser miembros del Centro de Estudios en Medición de la Actividad Física (CEMA) de la Universidad del Rosario.

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Comprender el proceso de obtención de energía durante el ejercicio
Entender las respuestas y adaptaciones musculares y cardiorrespiratorias al ejercicio físico.

Conocer las respuestas hormonales ante el ejercicio.

Comprender el proceso de obtención de energía durante el ejercicio
Entender las respuestas y adaptaciones musculares y cardiorrespiratorias al ejercicio físico.
Conocer las respuestas hormonales ante el ejercicio.

Syllabus

Energía y sistemas metabólicos

Hablemos de energía

Transformación de la energía

Sistemas implicados

Gasto de energía

Sistema hormonal y ejercicio físico

Sistema hormonal

Hormonas, metabolismo y ejercicio

Control de líquidos

Hormonas y comportamiento celular

Músculo y ejercicio Más allá de la hipertrofia

Músculos

Contracción muscular

Fibras y tejidos

Musculoesquelético

Sistema cardiorrespiratorio y ejercicio

Cardiorrespiratorios

Sistema a tope

Adaptando los sistemas

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Examines the physiological responses to exercise, developing knowledge that is foundational for physical education, health sciences, and training and rehabilitation settings

Taught by recognized instructors from the Center for Studies in Physical Activity Measurement (CEMA) at the University of Rosario

Focuses on the human body's energy production and hormone response to exercise, providing insights into fitness and performance

Requires some background in physiology, but provides a comprehensive overview of the topic for those with a foundation

Utilizes various forms of media, including videos, readings, and discussions, to enhance the learning experience

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Fisiología del ejercicio para todos with these activities:

Repasa los conceptos básicos de biología celular y molecular

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Revisa conceptos básicos de biología celular y molecular para fortalecer tu comprensión de los procesos fisiológicos discutidos en el curso.

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Revisar notas o libros de texto de biología celular y molecular.
Tomar pruebas de práctica o cuestionarios en línea.
Consultar con un tutor o profesor para aclarar cualquier concepto.

Forma un grupo de estudio con compañeros

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Reúnete con compañeros para discutir conceptos del curso, resolver problemas y motivarse mutuamente.

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Identificar compañeros interesados en formar un grupo de estudio.
Establecer un horario regular para reunirse.
Prepararse para las sesiones revisando el material del curso.

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Learners who complete Fisiología del ejercicio para todos will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Exercise Physiologist

Exercise Physiologists may use their knowledge of the human body during exercise to help people achieve greater physical fitness in a variety of settings, such as cardiac rehabilitation centers, fitness centers, and hospitals. This course on exercise physiology may be particularly useful as preparation for the types of exercise-related science one might use to help clients.

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Fitness Instructor

Fitness Instructors lead group exercise classes, such as aerobics, yoga, or Pilates. Understanding how the human body responds to different forms of exercise is key to the work of a Fitness Instructor. This course in exercise physiology can help build a foundation in this area, which can help prepare one to pass the various certifications required to become a Fitness Instructor.

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Personal Trainer

Personal Trainers help people achieve their fitness goals through exercise. The human body's response to exercise is key to a Personal Trainer's work. This course in exercise physiology can help build a foundation in this area, which can help prepare one to pass the various certifications required to become a Personal Trainer.

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Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainers work with athletes to prevent and treat injuries. Understanding how athletes' bodies respond to different forms of exercise is key to the work of an Athletic Trainer. This course in exercise physiology can help build a foundation in this area, which can help prepare one to pass the various certifications required to become an Athletic Trainer.

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Sports Scientist

Sports Scientists study the human body during exercise to improve athletic performance. This course in exercise physiology can help build a foundation in understanding how the body responds to different forms of exercise, which is key to the work of a Sports Scientist.

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Health Educator

Health Educators teach people about health and fitness. Understanding how the human body responds to different forms of exercise is key to the work of a Health Educator. This course in exercise physiology can help build a foundation in this area.

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Physical Therapist

Physical Therapists help people restore movement and function after an injury or illness. Understanding how the human body responds to different forms of exercise is key to the work of a Physical Therapist. This course in exercise physiology can help build a foundation in this area.

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Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapists help people improve their ability to do everyday activities. Understanding how the human body responds to different forms of exercise is key to the work of an Occupational Therapist. This course in exercise physiology can help build a foundation in this area.

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Speech-Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathologists help people improve their communication skills. Understanding how the human body responds to different forms of exercise may be helpful for Speech-Language Pathologists who work with clients with physical challenges that affect their ability to communicate.

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Registered Dietitian

Registered Dietitians help people improve their nutrition and health. Understanding how the human body responds to different forms of exercise is key to the work of a Registered Dietitian. This course in exercise physiology can help build a foundation in this area.

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School Counselor

School Counselors help students with their academic, social, and emotional development. Understanding how the human body responds to different forms of exercise may be helpful for School Counselors who work with students with physical challenges or who are interested in pursuing a career in physical education.

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Psychologist

Psychologists help people with a variety of mental health challenges. Understanding how the human body responds to different forms of exercise may be helpful for Psychologists who work with clients with physical challenges or who are interested in pursuing a career in sports psychology.

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Social Worker

Social Workers help people with a variety of social and emotional challenges. Understanding how the human body responds to different forms of exercise may be helpful for Social Workers who work with clients with physical challenges or who are interested in pursuing a career in physical education.

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Chiropractor

Chiropractors help people with back and neck pain through spinal adjustments. Understanding how the human body responds to different forms of exercise may be helpful for Chiropractors who work with clients with physical challenges or who are interested in pursuing a career in sports chiropractic.

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Massage Therapist

Massage Therapists help people relieve pain and tension through massage. Understanding how the human body responds to different forms of exercise may be helpful for Massage Therapists who work with clients with physical challenges or who are interested in pursuing a career in sports massage.

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