Course Contents |
This course includes the physiological foundations of strength training; the mechanisms of muscle function and adaptation processes to training; types of muscle contractions applicable to different training goals; methods for developing various strength components such as endurance, maximal strength, and explosive power; strength testing and evaluation criteria; practices for measuring and monitoring athletes’ physical performance; training planning and periodization strategies aimed at long-term performance improvement; and the integration of new approaches and current trends driven by scientific and technological advancements into strength training. |
Weekly Course Content |
Week |
Subject |
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
1 |
Physiological foundations of strength training: Muscle adaptation and basic principles |
Lecture and Discussion,
Applied Strength Tests and Measurements,
Group Work and Project Development,
Technology Supported Training Planning,
Case Studies and Case Studies. |
2 |
Types of muscle contractions: Isometric, isotonic, and isokinetic contractions |
Lecture and Discussion,
Applied Strength Tests and Measurements,
Group Work and Project Development,
Technology Supported Training Planning,
Case Studies and Case Studies. |
3 |
Types of strength: Maximum strength, strength endurance, and explosive strength |
Lecture and Discussion,
Applied Strength Tests and Measurements,
Group Work and Project Development,
Technology Supported Training Planning,
Case Studies and Case Studies. |
4 |
Strength development methods: Basic and advanced techniques |
Lecture and Discussion,
Applied Strength Tests and Measurements,
Group Work and Project Development,
Technology Supported Training Planning,
Case Studies and Case Studies. |
5 |
Role of energy systems in strength training |
Lecture and Discussion,
Applied Strength Tests and Measurements,
Group Work and Project Development,
Technology Supported Training Planning,
Case Studies and Case Studies. |
6 |
Strength tests and evaluation criteria |
Lecture and Discussion,
Applied Strength Tests and Measurements,
Group Work and Project Development,
Technology Supported Training Planning,
Case Studies and Case Studies. |
7 |
Training planning and periodization: Fundamental concepts |
Lecture and Discussion,
Applied Strength Tests and Measurements,
Group Work and Project Development,
Technology Supported Training Planning,
Case Studies and Case Studies. |
8 |
mid-term exam |
|
9 |
Planning of anatomical adaptation and hypertrophy training |
Lecture and Discussion,
Applied Strength Tests and Measurements,
Group Work and Project Development,
Technology Supported Training Planning,
Case Studies and Case Studies. |
10 |
Adapting strength training to different age groups |
Lecture and Discussion,
Applied Strength Tests and Measurements,
Group Work and Project Development,
Technology Supported Training Planning,
Case Studies and Case Studies. |
11 |
Sport-specific strength training applications
|
Lecture and Discussion,
Applied Strength Tests and Measurements,
Group Work and Project Development,
Technology Supported Training Planning,
Case Studies and Case Studies. |
12 |
New approaches: Integration of technological advancements into strength training
|
Lecture and Discussion,
Applied Strength Tests and Measurements,
Group Work and Project Development,
Technology Supported Training Planning,
Case Studies and Case Studies. |
13 |
Reducing injury risks in strength training |
Lecture and Discussion,
Applied Strength Tests and Measurements,
Group Work and Project Development,
Technology Supported Training Planning,
Case Studies and Case Studies. |
14 |
Practical case studies: Designing training programs for athletes |
Lecture and Discussion,
Applied Strength Tests and Measurements,
Group Work and Project Development,
Technology Supported Training Planning,
Case Studies and Case Studies. |
15 |
General review and discussions |
Lecture and Discussion,
Applied Strength Tests and Measurements,
Group Work and Project Development,
Technology Supported Training Planning,
Case Studies and Case Studies. |
16 |
final exam |
|
Recommend Course Book / Supplementary Book/Reading |
1 |
Küçük, V. (2020). Kuvvet antrenmanı: Teori ve uygulama. Spor Yayınevi ve Kitabevi. |
2 |
Stone, M. H., Stone, M. E., & Sands, W. A. (2007). Principles and practice of resistance training. Human Kinetics. |
Required Course instruments and materials |
Computer, projector, and PowerPoint presentations,
Strength training plan templates (for maximal strength, hypertrophy, endurance phases),
Training equipment such as free weights, barbells, kettlebells, resistance bands,
Strength measurement systems (1RM testing devices, force plates, dynamometers, etc.),
Training demonstration videos and sport-specific sample programs, |