SPS3105 Week 1 Cards
ECU SPS3105 - Strength & Conditioning Overview
Week 1 Introduction
Dr. Stuart Guppy, CSCS
Focus on creative thinking in strength and conditioning.
Lecture Objectives
Introduction to the Unit
Overview of strength and conditioning as a profession.
Role and Scope of Practice
Understanding responsibilities of a strength and conditioning professional.
Effective Warm-Up Construction
Techniques for designing warm-ups for resistance training.
Unit Objectives
Program Design for Resistance Training
Learn principles underlying resistance training program design.
Performance Assessment
Understand methods of performance evaluation in program design.
Resistance Training Strategies
Gain knowledge on various resistance training approaches.
Physiological Underpinnings
Study the physiological basis for resistance training techniques.
Teaching Staff
Dr. Stuart Guppy - Unit Coordinator/Lecturer
Office Hours: Tuesday/Friday 1300-1400 on Teams
Dr. Kristina Kendall - Tutor
Yoshi Nagatani - Tutor
Semester Schedule
Week 1 (24/2/25): Role of Strength and Conditioning Professional; Warm-Up
Week 2 (3/3/25): Physiological Adaptations to Resistance Exercise
Week 3 (10/3/25): Designing Effective Warm-Ups
Weeks 4-14: Various topics including periodisation, programming strategies, and practical assessments.
Key Due Dates:
Participation Quizzes and Mid-Semester Assessment Dates
Required Texts
Mandatory Readings:
Weekly book chapters and journal articles.
Suggested Texts:
"Advanced Strength and Conditioning: An Evidence-based Approach" (Second Edition)
"Strength and Conditioning for Sports Performance" (Second Edition)
Practical Assessment
Conducted Weeks 12-13 during lab time.
End of Semester Exam based on all course materials and assessments.
Unit Expectations
Lab Attendance and Participation
Online Participation Activities
Punctuality and Completion of Work
Role of the Strength & Conditioning Professional
Involvement with athletic populations as guided by ASCA Scope of Practice.
Core Roles & Responsibilities
Program Design
Create and implement periodised athletic development programs.
Monitoring Progress
Assess athletes' physical condition for improvements.
Nutritional Guidance
Provide basic information on nutrition and supplementation.
Other Responsibilities
Facility management and maintenance.
Regular record-keeping and emergency response planning.
Scope of Practice
Cannot diagnose or treat injuries, prescribe medications, or provide specialized dietary advice as per ASCA guidelines.
Knowledge Requirements
Professional Knowledge
Understand scientific principles related to strength and conditioning.
Cited work: Stewart P, Comfort P, Turner A.
Interpersonal Knowledge
Ability to interact effectively with athletes and team members.
Intrapersonal Knowledge
Commitment to self-reflection and continuous practice review.
Accreditation
ASCA and UKSCA Memberships
Involves certifications and significant contributions in the field of strength and conditioning.
National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA)
Requires at least an undergraduate degree for most accreditations.
Importance of Accreditation
Enhances employment opportunities, liability protection, networking, and continuing education.
Designing Effective Warm-Ups
What is a Warm-Up?
A structured activity to prepare mentally and physically for exercise.
Generally progresses from general movements to specific ones.
Benefits of Warm-Ups
Increased blood flow, oxygen delivery, mobility improvements, enhanced force production.
Issues with Traditional Warm-Up Structures
Effectiveness can depend on available equipment and may not support complete athletic development.
The RAMP Protocol for Warm-Ups
Raise
Activities that elevate muscle temperature and focus on relevant movements.
Activate and Mobilise
Focus on joints and improve fundamental movement patterns.
Potentiate
Implement specific patterns that prepare for the main session.
Questions?
Contact during office hours on Teams or via email: s.guppy@ecu.edu.au