Introduction to Exercise Science for Endurance Coaches

Introduction to Exercise Science for Endurance Coaches

Learn the fundamentals of exercise physiology and biomechanics, including practical applications for building workouts and training plans for endurance athletes.

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About this course

What you will learn:

Fundamentals

Get started with the fundamentals of exercise physiology and biomechanics for endurance athletes.

What does it mean?

Learn how the scientific principles related to training concepts like threshold, zones, and interval training.

Application

Build more effective and scientifically informed workouts and training plans.


Continuing Education

Earn credits towards certification with the National Governing Bodies in your sport

USA Cycling - 4 CEUs


Instructors

Will O’Connor

Dr. Will O’Connor is a running scientist and coach at DrWillOConnor.com. Will drew on his background in organic chemistry to complete a PhD in Sport & Exercise Science at Massey University, where his research investigated metabolic flexibility and ketogenic diets in ultra-endurance performance. Will competes at the Elite level in ultra running events and has been using a power meter since day one. He has coached a plethora of athletes from running to triathlon around the world. Check out the Dr. WillO method for setting zones or listen to Will for free on the Performance Advantage Podcast.

Matt Miller

Dr. Matt Miller is a MTB scientist and coach at MTBPhD.com. Matt completed a Ph.D. in Sport & Exercise Science at Massey University where he researched MTB performance and lectured on Applied Sports Science. Matt has raced MTB for the last 20 years and spent time at the Elite level. He has advised athletes from beginner up to the top of the World Cup, including the 5x USA National Champ. Matt’s professional practice centers around data analysis in MTB, and he created the world’s first brake power meter and analytics, called BrakeAce. Listen to Matt for free on the Performance Advantage Podcast.

Curriculum153 min

  • Welcome
  • Welcome to the Introduction to Exercise Science for Coaches Online course
  • Chapter 1 - Foundations of Exercise Physiology
  • Introduction - Physiology 1 min
  • What is Training? 4 min
  • Energy Systems 6 min
  • Aerobic 11 min
  • Anaerobic 5 min
  • Lactate is Not the Enemy 4 min
  • Threshold Development 4 min
  • VO2max 6 min
  • High and Low Heart Rates 6 min
  • Takeaways 7 min
  • Training Zones 4 min
  • Chapter 2 - Fundamental Biomechanics
  • Introduction - Biomechanics 1 min
  • Physics Review 2 min
  • What is Power? 5 min
  • What is Power? (cont.) 2 min
  • Running Power 3 min
  • Power technology - further resources 1 min
  • Major Muscle Groups 7 min
  • Skeletal Muscle Basics 2 min
  • Muscle Fiber Action 10 min
  • Muscle Contraction 6 min
  • Muscle Fiber Types 4 min
  • Economy of Movement 8 min
  • Chapter 3 - Applying Your Knowledge
  • Applying Your Knowledge 2 min
  • Prescription 6 min
  • Prescription (cont.) 4 min
  • Prescription (cont.) 6 min
  • Prescription (cont.) 4 min
  • Analysis 2 min
  • Analysis (cont.) 7 min
  • Analysis (cont.) 4 min
  • Synthesis 3 min
  • Synthesis (cont.) 7 min
  • Conclusion 1 min

About this course

What you will learn:

Fundamentals

Get started with the fundamentals of exercise physiology and biomechanics for endurance athletes.

What does it mean?

Learn how the scientific principles related to training concepts like threshold, zones, and interval training.

Application

Build more effective and scientifically informed workouts and training plans.


Continuing Education

Earn credits towards certification with the National Governing Bodies in your sport

USA Cycling - 4 CEUs


Instructors

Will O’Connor

Dr. Will O’Connor is a running scientist and coach at DrWillOConnor.com. Will drew on his background in organic chemistry to complete a PhD in Sport & Exercise Science at Massey University, where his research investigated metabolic flexibility and ketogenic diets in ultra-endurance performance. Will competes at the Elite level in ultra running events and has been using a power meter since day one. He has coached a plethora of athletes from running to triathlon around the world. Check out the Dr. WillO method for setting zones or listen to Will for free on the Performance Advantage Podcast.

Matt Miller

Dr. Matt Miller is a MTB scientist and coach at MTBPhD.com. Matt completed a Ph.D. in Sport & Exercise Science at Massey University where he researched MTB performance and lectured on Applied Sports Science. Matt has raced MTB for the last 20 years and spent time at the Elite level. He has advised athletes from beginner up to the top of the World Cup, including the 5x USA National Champ. Matt’s professional practice centers around data analysis in MTB, and he created the world’s first brake power meter and analytics, called BrakeAce. Listen to Matt for free on the Performance Advantage Podcast.

Curriculum153 min

  • Welcome
  • Welcome to the Introduction to Exercise Science for Coaches Online course
  • Chapter 1 - Foundations of Exercise Physiology
  • Introduction - Physiology 1 min
  • What is Training? 4 min
  • Energy Systems 6 min
  • Aerobic 11 min
  • Anaerobic 5 min
  • Lactate is Not the Enemy 4 min
  • Threshold Development 4 min
  • VO2max 6 min
  • High and Low Heart Rates 6 min
  • Takeaways 7 min
  • Training Zones 4 min
  • Chapter 2 - Fundamental Biomechanics
  • Introduction - Biomechanics 1 min
  • Physics Review 2 min
  • What is Power? 5 min
  • What is Power? (cont.) 2 min
  • Running Power 3 min
  • Power technology - further resources 1 min
  • Major Muscle Groups 7 min
  • Skeletal Muscle Basics 2 min
  • Muscle Fiber Action 10 min
  • Muscle Contraction 6 min
  • Muscle Fiber Types 4 min
  • Economy of Movement 8 min
  • Chapter 3 - Applying Your Knowledge
  • Applying Your Knowledge 2 min
  • Prescription 6 min
  • Prescription (cont.) 4 min
  • Prescription (cont.) 6 min
  • Prescription (cont.) 4 min
  • Analysis 2 min
  • Analysis (cont.) 7 min
  • Analysis (cont.) 4 min
  • Synthesis 3 min
  • Synthesis (cont.) 7 min
  • Conclusion 1 min
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