
These include key training adaptations related to both endurance and strength training. Module 3, we'll cover the many factors that contribute to fitness and performance. Finally, we will finish module 2, discussing the effects that both a single bout of exercise, as well as endurance training have on your immune system, thereby influencing your susceptibility to infections and illness. The central importance of the endocrine system and its hormones in regulating the mobilization and utilization of our major fuels, carbohydrates, fats and proteins, as well as regulating other key physiological systems will be discussed. The adjustments made by the respiratory system required to maintain oxygen levels in the lungs, as well as for carbon dioxide removal from the body, will also be examined. It will also include the adjustments required by the cardiovascular system to ensure proper blood flow to the working muscles for delivery of adequate oxygen and nutrients for fuel. This will, of course, include the muscular system or skeletal muscles. Module 2 will address the adjustments that the body's many physiological systems need to make in order to respond the stress imposed during a single bout of exercise. We will complete module one discussing the significant contributions of carbohydrates, fats and proteins, to the energetics necessary to sustain working muscles. ATP is the chemical energetic currency required for muscle to contract and do work. The significant contribution of adenosine triphosphate, commonly referred to as ATP, will be addressed. This will include a discussion calorimetry, which is a technique used to measure an individual's energy expenditure and metabolic rate during exercise. The first module will cover the important components related to the energetics of exercise. And 4, the influence of exercise in health and disease. 3, factors contributing to fitness and performance. 2, the role of physiological systems during exercise. After completing the four modules for this course, you'll have a solid understanding of the science of exercise as relates to, 1, the energetics of exercise. This course will also be very useful to healthcare practitioners, as I will discuss the benefits of exercise in reducing the risk of major diseases, as well as contributing to healthy aging. The knowledge gained from this course will have a practical application as it will address ways to improve your fitness, health and wellness.

I am confident that you will find this course both enjoyable as well as informative.

The largest sports medicine and exercise science organization in the world. I am also a fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine.

My name is Robert Mazzeo, and I have been studying, researching and teaching in the field of exercise science for over 40 years. Welcome to my course on The Science of Exercise.
