Exercise Physiology

Part 1: Introduction to Exercise Physiology

History and Definition of Exercise Physiology

Energy Systems in Exercise (Phosphagen, Glycolytic, Oxidative)

Basic Concepts in Exercise Metabolism (VO₂max, Lactate, Anaerobic Threshold)

Part 2: Physiological Responses to Exercise

Cardiovascular System and Exercise (Cardiac Output, Blood Pressure, Cardiac Adaptations)

Respiratory System and Exercise (Gas Exchange, Pulmonary Ventilation, Respiratory Limitations)

Musculoskeletal System and Training-Induced Adaptations (Hypertrophy, Strength, Endurance)

Nervous System and Motor Control in Exercise (Motor Unit, Neuromuscular Coordination)

Part 3: Metabolism and Sports Nutrition

Carbohydrate, Fat, and Protein Metabolism in Exercise

Hydration and Electrolyte Balance in Exercise

Sports Supplements and Performance (caffeine, creatine, beta-alanine, nitrate)

Section 4: Physiological adaptations to exercise

Aerobic and anaerobic adaptations to exercise

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) and metabolic effects

Resistance training and neuromuscular adaptations

Section 5: Exercise physiology in specific conditions

Exercise physiology in hot and cold environments (body temperature regulation, dehydration)

Exercise physiology at altitude (hypoxia, erythropoietin adaptations)

Exercise physiology in specific populations (children, the elderly, pregnant women)

Section 6: Exercise physiology and health

Exercise and metabolic diseases (diabetes, obesity, metabolic syndrome)

Exercise and heart health (cardiac rehabilitation, prevention of vascular diseases)

Exercise and the immune system (effect of exercise on inflammation and cellular immunity)

Section 7: Assessment methods In Exercise Physiology

Physical Fitness Assessment Tests (Aerobic, Anaerobic, Strength)

Body Composition Measurement Methods (DEXA, BIA, Calipers)

Blood Tests and Exercise Biomarkers (Lactate, CK, CRP)

Section 8: Emerging Topics in Exercise Physiology

Epigenetics and Exercise (Effect of Exercise on Gene Expression)

Gut Microbiome and Exercise Performance

Artificial Intelligence and Physiological Data Analysis in Exercise