Sports Physiology and Anatomy for Teens
Happy Kids Nutrition Academy
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(206)
This 8-week course is designed to give you an in-depth understanding of the human body and its systems, as well as how they relate to physical activity and sports #academic
Class experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner - Advanced Level
Sports Physiology and Anatomy for Teens is an eight-week course that aims to provide a basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology as it relates to sports and exercise. The course is designed for teenagers who are interested in sports and want to improve their performance. This course on sports physiology and anatomy for teens will be presented in Canva and recorded for students. Throughout the course, students will receive lesson recaps, optional videos to watch, quizzes, and...
8 lessons//8 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to Sports Physiology & Anatomy- Different branches of sports physiology (anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, etc.) - Basics of human anatomy and its relevance to physical activityWeek 2Lesson 2Skeletal Muscle Anatomy- Structure and function of different muscle types (smooth, cardiac, skeletal) - Anatomy of the skeletal muscle - Muscle contractions and their mechanisms - Involuntary vs. voluntary muscle controlWeek 3Lesson 3ATP & Energy Systems- Role and importance of ATP in energy production - How ATP is generated - Three energy systems (ATP-PC, Lactic Acid System, Aerobic System) - Using multiple energy systems in different sports and activitiesWeek 4Lesson 4Muscle Strength & Endurance- Different muscle fiber types (SO, FO, FG) and their characteristics - Muscle fiber recruitment patterns in different activities - Muscle size, coordination, and strength - Role of mitochondria and myoglobin in muscle performance - Benefits and limitations of lifting to failure - Hypertrophy and its importanceWeek 5Lesson 5Anatomical Terminology- Importance of anatomical terminology in sports and exercise - Anatomical position and anatomical planes - Terms of direction (superior, anterior, posterior, etc.)Week 6Lesson 6Energy Expenditure- Estimating energy expenditure using BMR, TEF, and TEA - Indirect calorimetry and the Schofield equation - Energy cost and metabolic equivalent (MET) - Physical Activity Level (PAL) and calorie needsWeek 7Lesson 7Athlete Types and Sports Nutrition- Differences between sport and exercise - Sedentary behavior and its impact on health - Five athlete types (strength athlete, sprinter, power sport athlete, endurance athlete, team sports athlete) - Sports nutrition pyramid and optimizing performance through macronutrients and micronutrientsWeek 8Lesson 8Physiological Effects of Aging- Age-related changes in the cardiovascular system - Lung volumes and athletic performance - Muscle development in children vs. teenagers - Sarcopenia and its prevention - Body composition and aging - Thermoregulation in different age groups - Changes in recovery periods throughout the lifecycle
1. Understand the different branches of sports physiology, including anatomy and exercise physiology. 2. Identify skeletal muscle anatomy, types of muscles, muscle contractions, and the sliding filament theory. 3. Explain how ATP is generated and how to use multiple energy systems in sports or activity. 4. Describe muscle strength and endurance, including muscle fiber types and the importance of nutrition for training. 5. Use anatomical terminology in sports and exercise contexts. 6. Calculate energy expenditure during exercise. 7. Understand athlete types and the sports nutrition pyramid. 8. Recognize the physiological effects of aging on lung volumes, muscle development, and skeletal changes. 9. Apply knowledge gained to optimize personal performance through proper nutrition, training, and rest
Hi there! Happy Kids Nutrition Academy is built by a team of dietitians who all have Bachelor's degrees in Nutrition and Dietetics from a top university. During our time at school, we took courses in anatomy and physiology that helps us with a strong foundation of how the body works when participating in sports. For the food to be utilized, this happens in the body and our body is a biological system. To learn about food and its nourishing effects one has to know the functions and structures of the human body. So Physiology, the study of the functions of the human body, and Anatomy, the study of the human body are some of the basic science subjects we had to learn to understand the role of food in health and disease.
Homework Offered
Weekly homework and handouts will be assigned for this class.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
pen/pencil/notebook
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Please be advised that while we will discuss different nutritional principles and training techniques, we will not be providing personalized medical advice to any student. This sports physiology and anatomy course is not designed to offer medical nutrition therapy or any medical advice. Our goal is to provide your learner with a foundation of knowledge and skills to help them improve their athletic abilities and reduce their risk of injuries. We do not endorse or support any extreme diets, weight loss products or supplements, or performance-enhancing drugs/medications. We ask that you please provide your learner with adequate resources, such as a healthcare professional, dietician, or personal trainer if they require personalized advice. Throughout the course, your child will have access to lesson recaps, quizzes, and activities, and all materials will be available on Google Drive. We will also use Canva to create easy-to-understand visual presentations to help your learner absorb the information. We hope your learner enjoys the course, and please do not hesitate to reach out to our team if you have any concerns or questions.
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(206)
Happy Kids Nutrition Academy is a dynamic organization dedicated to providing comprehensive nutrition, food science, and exercise science education to children aged 8-18. Founded by Erin Madden, a seasoned nutrition and fitness expert with over a...
Group Class
$155
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
50 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-9 learners per class
