Fundamentals of Physiology 101

This course will provide you with a strong foundational understanding of how the human body responds to training.

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The Fundamentals of Physiology 101 will provide you with a strong foundational understanding of how the human body responds to training. This course covers exercise physiology, energy systems, and training adaptations. By understanding how the body works and how its key movement systems work together, you can make better decisions to help manage your athletes’ training and development.

The Fundamentals of Physiology 101 explores:

  • the relationship between performance level and training stress
  • the adaptive process
  • the importance of recovery
  • the complimentary relationship between high and low-intensity training
  • the cross-training effect
  • basic fueling principles

This course provides a thorough introduction to these concepts, and details why they are important for every coach to know.

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How to Enroll

All USA Cycling courses are offered exclusively through USA Cycling’s online learning management system at learn.usacycling.org.

Questions? Contact Suzy Sanchez, Director of DEI and Membership Programs, at ssanchez@usacycling.org.