Summer @ Brown - Scholar-Athlete: Sport Physiology (Residential)

This course focuses on the main organ systems that collectively function to allow the body to exercise, including the nervous, muscle, cardiovascular, respiratory, and endocrine physiologies. In addition, general metabolic pathways and fuel sources are introduced. You will also learn the theories behind basic training methods, coaching, and ergogenic and athletic fitness tests. Current trends in exercise research will be blended into each session. Laboratory exercises, literature searches, student presentations, and writing assignments will be used to apply the material. As a competitive national-level athlete, coach, and trainer (CSCS), the instructor will integrate her knowledge of applying physiological principles to developing national-level athletes.