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Anatomy and physiology of fitness

Course Description: This course examines the relationship between the structure and functions of body systems, as well as the response and adaptation to physical activity in general and physical fitness in particular.
Credit hours: 3
Objectives of the course :

This course aims to study the relationship between structure and function for the skeletal, muscular, circulatory, and respiratory systems. It also examines the relationship between aerobic and anaerobic training by studying energy sources and systems, as well as adaptation levels for short- and long-term training.

Course outputs :

Knowledge and understanding:
- Summarizes the function of the skeletal system in physical activity.
- Classifies the joints of the body and determines the movements they perform.
- Knows the ligaments, tendons, and types of muscles in the human body.
- Identifies the locations, types, and functions of skeletal muscles.
- Explains the relationship between the skeletal and muscular systems.
- Identifies the components of the circulatory system and understands its function.
– Identifies the components of the respiratory system and understands its function.
- It discusses the relationship between the circulatory and respiratory systems.
- Identifies sources and systems of energy production during aerobic and anaerobic exercise.
Skills:
- Understands the relationship between the skeletal and muscular systems.
- Applies joint movements according to their classifications.
– It employs the body's skeletal muscles and their action on the body's various joints.
- Understands the components of the respiratory and circulatory systems and the relationship between them.
- Deduces energy sources and identifies their systems in aerobic and anaerobic exercise.
- Demonstrates the manifestations of physiological adaptation in physical activity.
Values:
- Participates in discussions with colleagues
- Appreciates the readiness to work independently
– Appreciates the need for professional ethical standards.
- Exchanges ideas and encourages the acceptance of others' ideas
– Demonstrates the ability to solve problems and make decisions.
– Demonstrates a professional commitment to ethical practices.

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  • Last update: 2026-09-02

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