Unit FITNESS

Course
Exercise and sport science
Study-unit Code
A001880
Curriculum
In all curricula
CFU
8
Course Regulation
Coorte 2025
Offered
2026/27
Type of study-unit
Obbligatorio (Required)
Type of learning activities
Attività formativa integrata

MUSICAL AND GROUP FITNESS

Code A001882
CFU 4
Teachers
Hours
  • 24 ore -
  • 15 ore -
Learning activities Affine/integrativa
Area Attività formative affini o integrative
Sector M-EDF/01
Type of study-unit Obbligatorio (Required)

PERSONAL TRAINING

Code A001881
CFU 4
Teachers
  • Andrea Biscarini (Codocenza)
Hours
  • 8 ore (Codocenza) - Andrea Biscarini
  • 15 ore -
  • 16 ore -
Learning activities Affine/integrativa
Area Attività formative affini o integrative
Sector M-EDF/01
Type of study-unit Obbligatorio (Required)
Language of instruction Italian
Contents Principles related to the quantity and quality of physical exercise to develop and maintain cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal, and neuromotor fitness, with particular emphasis on individualising exercise interventions in personal training practice.
Reference texts Slides presented during lectures.
Educational objectives By the end of this course, students will be able to: 1) Describe the fundamental components of cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal, and neuromotor fitness; 2) Identify the optimal quantity and quality of exercise for each fitness component in healthy adults; 3) Apply evidence-based guidelines for individualised exercise prescription; 4) Design exercise interventions tailored to individual needs and characteristics, ensuring safety and effectiveness.
Prerequisites Knowledge of anatomy, physics, and physiology applied to human movement.
Teaching methods Lectures and practical sessions in the gym.
Learning verification modality Written test with open-ended questions lasting one hour and ongoing practical assessment.
Extended program 1) Definition and components of cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal, and neuromotor fitness.
2) Quantity and quality of physical exercise: physiological principles and guidelines.
3) Methods for assessing the different fitness components.
4) Strategies for individualising exercise prescription in personal training.
5) Practical programming of exercise interventions.