A comprehensive and 100% online program, exclusive to TECH, with an international perspective supported by our membership with The Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences”

Therapeutic Personal Training is a growing discipline within the field of Sports Science, driven by the need to provide effective alternatives for the recovery and prevention of various pathologies. The integration of exercise into clinical and rehabilitative settings has proven to be a key strategy for improving quality of life, reducing the risk of chronic diseases, and promoting functional recovery. For this reason, this approach requires highly specialized professionals capable of designing programs tailored to different health conditions and individual needs.

This Master's Degree in Therapeutic Personal Training offers a 100% online modality, which represents a significant advantage for those looking to specialize without compromising their professional activities. Through a cutting-edge platform, students will access updated content, interactive multimedia materials, and a teaching team with experience in both sports and therapeutic fields. Thanks to this model, professionals can manage their learning with flexibility, adapting it to their pace, with no restrictions on schedules or travel.

TECH focuses on a dynamic and efficient teaching method, based on practical cases and innovative learning strategies. As such, this university qualification will offer a high-level academic experience, preparing professionals to apply their knowledge with rigor and effectiveness in the field of Therapeutic Personal Training.

Additionally, thanks to the membership in The Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES), students will gain access to exclusive educational resources, discounts on events and specialized publications, and practical benefits such as professional insurance. They will also be able to join an active community, participate in committees, and obtain accreditations that enhance their development, visibility, and professional prospects in the field of sports and exercise science.

You will acquire knowledge about the relationship between exercise and various pathologies, understanding how Therapeutic Training can be key in treatments”

This Master's Degree in Therapeutic Personal Training contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Personal Training
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in Personal Training
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will learn to manage the health and physical performance of individuals with chronic diseases, creating safe and effective routines”

The teaching staff includes professionals from the field of Sports, bringing their work experience into the program, alongside renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive learning experience designed to prepare for real-life situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the student must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

You will optimize athletic performance with Therapeutic Training strategies, improving recovery and physical abilities"

You will learn advanced techniques for the physical rehabilitation of injuries, accelerating recovery and preventing future damage. What are you waiting for to enroll in this comprehensive postgraduate program?"

Therapeutic Personal Training has become a key tool for the recovery and prevention of various pathologies. In response to the growing demand for specialists in this field, there is a need for learning based on the most recent scientific evidence and the practical application of advanced strategies. Therefore, this syllabus will offer a comprehensive perspective that combines knowledge in biomechanics, physiology, and training planning. Additionally, it will develop skills to design programs tailored to different health conditions, broadening career opportunities and strengthening the ability to intervene in clinical, sports, and rehabilitation contexts. 

You will explore how exercise prevents and treats metabolic diseases, developing effective plans to control diabetes and obesity”

Module 1. Pathology in the Current Social and Healthcare Context

1.1. Introduction to the Concept of Health

1.1.1. The Concept of Health
1.1.2. Pathology, Disease and Syndrome
1.1.3. Classification of Diseases According to Different Criteria
1.1.4. Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases
1.1.5. Self-defense Mechanisms

1.2. Impact of Chronic Stress on Health

1.2.1. Stress and Eustress. Differences and their Implications for Health
1.2.2. Stress in Today's Society
1.2.3. Physiology and Psycho-physical Stress
1.2.4. Lifestyle Modification and Healthy Habits in the Prevention and Treatment of Stress-Related Diseases
1.2.5. Psychological Benefits of an Active Lifestyle

1.3. Sedentary Lifestyle Modification and Sedentary Lifestyle

1.3.1. Definition and Epidemiological Data
1.3.2. Relationship between Sedentary Lifestyle and Pathologies
1.3.3. Lifestyle Modification as a Therapeutic Guideline
1.3.4. Intervention Proposals for a More Active and Healthier Lifestyle

1.4. Physical Activity, Physical Exercise and Health

1.4.1. Differences between Physical Activity and Physical Exercise
1.4.2. Implications of Physical Activity on Health over the Years
1.4.3. Physical Exercise and the Biological Adaptation Process

1.5. Update on Anatomo-physiological Basis for Human Performance and Health

1.5.1. Muscle and Strength and their Relationship to Health
1.5.2. Bioenergetic Bases of Movement: An Update
1.5.3. Biomolecular Bases of Physical Exercise

1.6. Nutrition and Health

1.6.1. The Exercise Professional as a Transmitter of Healthy Habits: The Role of Nutrition
1.6.2. Basic Criteria and Strategies for Healthy Nutrition

1.7. Assessment of Physical Activity

1.7.1. Classification of Physical Tests and Assessments
1.7.2. Quality Criteria for Physical Fitness Tests
1.7.3. Objective Methods of Physical Activity Assessment
1.7.4. Subjective Methods of Physical Activity Assessment

1.8. Relationship of Gut Microbiota to Pathology and Exercise

1.8.1. What is the Intestinal Microbiota?
1.8.2. Relationship of the Intestinal Microbiota to Health and Disease
1.8.3. Modulation of the Intestinal Microbiota through Physical Exercise

1.9. Neurosciences and Health

1.9.1. Implications of Neuroscience on Health
1.9.2. Influence of Physical Activity on the Functionality of the Nervous System and its Relation to the Immune System

1.10. Benefits of Physical Exercise as a Kinephylactic and Therapeutic Tool

1.10.1. Main Biological Benefits of Physical Exercise
1.10.2. Main Cognitive Psychological Benefits of Physical Exercise
1.10.3. Final Conclusions

Module 2. General Criteria for the Design of Physical Exercise Programs for Special Populations

2.1. Design of Exercise Programs for Special Populations

2.1.1. Competencies and Protocols: From Diagnosis to Intervention
2.1.2. Multidisciplinarity and Interdisciplinarity as the Basis of the Intervention Process through Physical Exercise in Special Populations

2.2. General Principles of Training and their Application to the Health Field

2.2.1. Principles of Adaptation (Initiation and Development)
2.2.2. Principles of Adaptation Guarantees
2.2.3. Adaptation Specificity Principles

2.3. Training Planning for Special Populations

2.3.1. Planning Phase I
2.3.2. Planning Phase II
2.3.3. Planning Phase III

2.4. Training Objectives in Health Fitness Training Programs

2.4.1. Strength Training
2.4.2. Resistance Training
2.4.3. Flexibility/ADM Training

2.5. The Applied Evaluation

2.5.1. Diagnostic Assessment as a Tool for Training Load Control
2.5.2. Morphological and Functional Assessments
2.5.3. Protocol and its Importance. Data Logging
2.5.4. Processing of the Data Obtained, Conclusions and Practical Application to Training

2.6. The Programming of Training in Special Populations: Intervention Variables (I)

2.6.1. Definition of the Training Load Concept
2.6.2. Training Frequency
2.6.3. Training Volume

2.7. The Programming of Training in a Special Population: Intervention Variables (II)

2.7.1. Objective Training Intensity
2.7.2. Subjective Training Intensity
2.7.3. Recovery and Training Density

2.8. The Prescription of Training in Special Populations: Intervention Variables (I)

2.8.1. Selection of Training Exercises
2.8.2. Ordering Training Exercises
2.8.3. Training Systems

2.9. The Prescription of Training in Special Populations: Intervention Variables (II)

2.9.1. Strength Training Methods
2.9.2. Resistance Training Methods
2.9.3. Concurrent Training Methods in the Health Care Field
2.9.4. HIIT Training Method in the Field of Health
2.9.5. Flexibility/ADM Training Methods
2.9.6. Internal and External Training Load Control

2.10. The Design of Training Sessions

2.10.1. Training Preparation Phase
2.10.2. Main Phase of Training
2.10.3. Recovery Phase of the Training
2.10.4. Final Conclusions

Module 3. Obesity and Physical Exercise

3.1. Definition, Contextualization and epidemiology

3.1.1. Evolution of Obesity: Associated Cultural and Social Aspects
3.1.2. Obesity and Comorbidities: The Role of Interdisciplinarity
3.1.3. Childhood Obesity and its Impact on Future Adults

3.2. Pathophysiological Bases

3.2.1. Definition of Obesity and Health Risks
3.2.2. Pathophysiological Aspects of Obesity
3.2.3. Obesity and Associated Pathologies

3.3. Assessment and Diagnosis

3.3.1. Body Composition: 2-Component and 5-Component Model
3.3.2. Assessment: Main Morphological Assessments
3.3.3. Interpretation of Anthropometric Data
3.3.4. Prescription of Physical Exercise for the Prevention and Improvement of Obesity

3.4. Protocols and Treatments

3.4.1. First Therapeutic Guideline: Lifestyle Modification
3.4.2. Nutrition: Role in Obesity
3.4.3. Exercise: Role in Obesity
3.4.4. Pharmacological Treatment

3.5. Training Planning in Patients with Obesity

3.5.1. Definition and Specification of Customer Level
3.5.2. Definition and Specification of Objectives
3.5.3. Definition and Specification of Assessment Processes
3.5.4. Definition and Specification of Operability with Respect to Spatial and Material Resources

3.6. Strength Training Programming in Obese Patients

3.6.1. Objectives of Strength Training in Obese People
3.6.2. Volume, Intensity and Recovery of Strength Training in Obese Individuals
3.6.3. Selection of Exercises and Methods of Strength Training in Obese People
3.6.4. Design of Strength Training Programs in Obese People

3.7. Programming of Resistance Training in the Obese Patient

3.7.1. Objectives of Resistance Training in Obese People
3.7.2. Volume and Intensity and Recovery from Resistance Training in Obese People
3.7.3. Selection of Exercises and Methods of Resistance Training in Obese People
3.7.4. Design of Resistance Training Programs for Obese People

3.8. Joint Health and Complementary Training in Obese Patients

3.8.1. Complementary Training in Obesity
3.8.2. ROM/Flexibility Training in Obese People
3.8.3. Improved Trunk Control and Stability in Obese People
3.8.4. Other Training Considerations for the Obese Population

3.9. Psycho-social Aspects of Obesity

3.9.1. Importance of Interdisciplinary Treatment in Obesity
3.9.2. Eating Disorders
3.9.3. Childhood Obesity
3.9.4. Adult Obesity

3.10. Nutrition and Other Factors Related to Obesity

3.10.1. “Omics" Sciences and Obesity
3.10.2. Microbiota and its Influence on Obesity
3.10.3. Protocols for Obesity Nutritional Intervention: Evidence
3.10.4. Nutritional Recommendations for the Practice of Physical Exercise

Module 4. Diabetes and Physical Exercise

4.1. Definition, Contextualization and epidemiology

4.1.1. Definition and Fundamentals of Diabetes Mellitus
4.1.2. Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes Mellitus
4.1.3. Definition and Classification of Diabetes Mellitus
4.1.4. Type II Diabetes and Lifestyle

4.2. Pathophysiological Bases

4.2.1. Anatomo-Physiological Bases
4.2.2. The Pancreas and the Regulation of Glycemia
4.2.3. Macronutrient Metabolism in Diabetes Mellitus
4.2.4. Insulin Resistance

4.3. Assessment and Diagnosis

4.3.1. Diabetes: Assessment in the Clinical Setting
4.3.2. Complications in Diabetes Mellitus
4.3.3. Diabetes: Assessment and Follow-up by the Exercise Physician
4.3.4. Diagnosis and Intervention Protocol in Diabetes

4.4. Protocols and Treatments

4.4.1. Glycemic Control and Nutritional Aspects
4.4.2. Treatment of Type I and Type II Diabetes Mellitus
4.4.3. Pharmacological Treatment. Basic Concepts to be Taken into Consideration
4.4.4. Non-pharmacological Treatment by Physical Exercise: Role in Diabetes

4.5. Training Planning in Patients with Diabetes

4.5.1. Definition and Specification of Customer Level
4.5.2. Definition and Specification of Objectives
4.5.3. Definition and Specification of Assessment Processes
4.5.4. Definition and Specification of Operability with Respect to Spatial and Material Resources

4.6. Programming of Strength Training

4.6.1. Objectives of Strength Training in Diabetes People
4.6.2. Volume, Intensity and Recovery of Strength Training in Diabetes Individuals
4.6.3. Selection of Exercises and Methods of Strength Training in Diabetes People
4.6.4. Design of Strength Training Programs in Diabetes People

4.7. Programming Speed Training

4.7.1. Objectives of Resistance Training in Diabetes People
4.7.2. Volume and Intensity and Recovery from Resistance Training in Diabetes People
4.7.3. Selection of Exercises and Methods of Resistance Training in Diabetes People
4.7.4. Design of Resistance Training Programs for Diabetes People

4.8. Precautions and Contraindications

4.8.1. Blood Glucose Values and Physical Exercise
4.8.2. Contraindications to the Performance of Activity in Patients with Type I Diabetes Mellitus
4.8.3. Care for Problems Related to Diabetes and Physical Exercise
4.8.4. Safety and First Aid in Complications During Physical Exercise Programs with Diabetics

4.9. Nutrition and Lifestyle in Patients with Diabetes

4.9.1. Nutritional Aspects of Diabetes
4.9.2. Metabolic Control and Glycemic Index
4.9.3. Nutritional Recommendations for Physical Exercise

4.10. Design of Training Programs for Patients with Diabetes

4.10.1. Design of Diabetes Training Programs
4.10.2. Design of Diabetes Training Sessions
4.10.3. Design of Global Intervention Programs (inter-multidisciplinary) in diabetes

Module 5. Metabolic Syndrome and Physical Exercise

5.1. Definition, Contextualization and epidemiology

5.1.1. Definition of Metabolic Syndrome
5.1.2. Epidemiology of Metabolic Syndrome
5.1.3. The Patient with Syndrome, Considerations for Intervention

5.2. Pathophysiological Bases

5.2.1. Definition of Metabolic Syndrome and Health Risks
5.2.2. Pathophysiological Aspects of the Disease

5.3. Assessment and Diagnosis

5.3.1. Metabolic Syndrome and its Assessment in the Clinical Setting
5.3.2. Biomarkers, Clinical Indicators and Metabolic Syndrome
5.3.3. Metabolic Syndrome and its Assessment and Monitoring by the Physical Exercise Specialist
5.3.4. Diagnosis and Intervention Protocol in Metabolic Syndrome

5.4. Protocols and Treatments

5.4.1. Lifestyle and its Relationship to Metabolic Syndrome
5.4.2. Exercise: Role in the Metabolic Syndrome
5.4.3. The Patient with Metabolic Syndrome and Pharmacologic Treatment: Considerations for the Exercise Professional

5.5. Training Planning in Patients with Metabolic Syndrome

5.5.1. Definition and Specification of Customer Level
5.5.2. Definition and Specification of Objectives
5.5.3. Definition and Specification of Assessment Processes
5.5.4. Definition and Specification of Operability with Respect to Spatial and Material Resources

5.6. Programming of Strength Training

5.6.1. Objectives of Strength Training in Metabolic Syndrome
5.6.2. Volume, Intensity and Recovery of Strength Training in Metabolic Syndrome
5.6.3. Selection of Exercises and Methods of Strength Training in Metabolic Syndrome People
5.6.4. Design of Strength Training Programs in Metabolic Syndrome People

5.7. Programming Speed Training

5.7.1. Objectives of Resistance Training in Metabolic Syndrome
5.7.2. Volume and Intensity and Recovery from Resistance Training in Metabolic Syndrome People
5.7.3. Selection of Exercises and Methods of Resistance Training in Metabolic Syndrome People
5.7.4. Design of Resistance Training Programs for People with Metabolic Syndrome

5.8. Precautions and Contraindications

5.8.1. Assessments for the Performance of Physical Exercise in the Population with Metabolic Syndrome
5.8.2. Contraindications Regarding the Development of Activity in Patients with Metabolic Syndrome

5.9. Nursing Nutrition and Lifestyle in Patients with Metabolic Syndrome

5.9.1. Nutritional Aspects in the Metabolic Syndrome
5.9.2. Examples of Nutritional Intervention in Metabolic Syndrome
5.9.3. Nutritional Recommendations for the Practice of Physical Exercise

5.10. Training Program Design in Patients with Metabolic Syndrome

5.10.1. Design of Training Programs in Metabolic Syndrome
5.10.2. Design of Training Sessions in Metabolic Syndrome
5.10.3. Designs of Global (Inter-Multidisciplinary) Intervention Programs in Metabolic Syndrome
5.10.4. Final Conclusions

Module 6. Cardiovascular Diseases

6.1. Definition, Contextualization and epidemiology

6.1.1. Definition and Prevalence
6.1.2. Etiology of the Disease and Identification of Cardiovascular Risk Factors
6.1.3. Cardiac and Metabolic Diseases

6.2. Pathophysiological Bases

6.2.1. Cardiovascular System Physiology
6.2.2. Atherosclerosis and Dyslipidemia
6.2.3. Arterial Hypertension
6.2.4. Cardiopathies, Valvulopathies and Arrhythmias

6.3. Assessment and Diagnosis

6.3.1. Initial Risk Assessment in Heart Disease
6.3.2. Risk Assessment in Post-Surgical Patients

6.4. Protocols and Treatments

6.4.1. Risk Stratification for Physical Exercise: Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Prevention
6.4.2. Risk Factor Reduction Intervention Objectives and Protocols
6.4.3. Considerations in the Treatment of Associated Co-morbidities

6.5. Training Planning for Patients with Cardiovascular Diseases

6.5.1. Definition and Specification of Customer Level
6.5.2. Definition and Specification of Objectives
6.5.3. Definition and Specification of Assessment Processes
6.5.4. Definition and Specification of Operability with Respect to Spatial and Material Resources

6.6. Programming of Strength Training

6.6.1. Objectives of Strength Training in cardiovascular pathologies People
6.6.2. Volume, Intensity and Recovery of Strength Training in Cardiovascular Pathologies
6.6.3. Selection of Exercises and Methods of Strength Training for Individuals with Cardiovascular Diseases
6.6.4. Design of Strength Training Programs in Cardiovascular Pathologies

6.7. Programming Speed Training

6.7.1. Objectives of Resistance Training in Cardiovascular Pathologies
6.7.2. Volume and Intensity and Recovery from Resistance Training for Individuals with Cardiovascular Diseases
6.7.3. Selection of Exercises and Methods of Resistance Training in Cardiovascular Pathologies
6.7.4. Design of Resistance Training Programs for Cardiovascular Pathologies

6.8. Cardiac Rehabilitation

6.8.1. Benefits of Exercise in Patients with Cardiac Pathology
6.8.2. Exercise Modalities
6.8.3. Cardiac Rehabilitation: Phase I, II, III
6.8.4. Predictability and Long-Term adherence
6.8.5. Drug- Exercise Interactions

6.9. Nutrition in Subjects with Cardiovascular Disease

6.9.1. Nutritional Aspects in Subjects with Cardiovascular Disease
6.9.2. Mediterranean Diet as a Tool for Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease
6.9.3. Nutritional Recommendations for the Practice of Physical Exercise

6.10. Contraindications and Precautions

6.10.1. Contraindications for the Beginning of the Practice of Physical Exercise
6.10.2. Acting during an Emergency: Primary and Secondary Prevention
6.10.3. RCP
6.10.4. Regulations, Use and Management of Defibrillators in Sports Facilities
6.10.5. Conclusions

Module 7.  Osteoarticular Pathology and Non-Specific Low Back Pain

7.1. Definition, Contextualization and epidemiology

7.1.1. Contextualization of Osteoarticular Pathologies and Nonspecific Low Back Pain
7.1.2. Epidemiology
7.1.3. Definition of the Different Pathologies Associated with the Osteoarticular System
7.1.4. The Osteosarcopenic Subject

7.2. Pathophysiological Bases

7.2.1. Pathophysiological Basis of Osteoporosis
7.2.2. Pathophysiological Basis of Osteoarthritis
7.2.3. Pathophysiologic Bases of Nonspecific Low Back Pain
7.2.4. Pathophysiological Basis of Rheumatoid Arthritis

7.3. Assessment and Diagnosis

7.3.1. Functional Assessment in Low Back Pain
7.3.2. Diagnostic Criteria in Osteoporosis and Predisposing Risk Factors for Fracture
7.3.3. Diagnostic Criteria in Osteoarthritis and Coexisting Comorbidities
7.3.4. Clinical Assessment of the Rheumatoid Arthritis Patient

7.4. Protocols and Treatments

7.4.1. Non-Pharmacological Treatment and Intervention Protocol for Non-Specific Lower Back Pain
7.4.2. Non-pharmacological Treatment and Intervention Protocol in Osteoporosis
7.4.3. Non-pharmacologic Treatment and Intervention Protocol in Osteoarthritis
7.4.4. Non-pharmacological Treatment and Intervention Protocol in Rheumatoid Arthritis

7.5. Training Planning

7.5.1. Definition and Specification of Objectives
7.5.2. Definition and Specification of Assessment Processes
7.5.3. Definition and Specification of Operability with Respect to Spatial and Material Resources
7.5.4. Importance of the 1983 Team

7.6. Programming of Strength Training

7.6.1. Objectives of Strength Training in Osteoarticular Pathologies and Non- pecific Lower Back Pain
7.6.2. Volume, Intensity and Recovery of Strength Training in Non-specific Lower Back Pain
7.6.3. Selection of Exercises and Methods of Strength Training in Non-specific Lower Back Pain
7.6.4. Design of Strength Training Programs for Osteoarticular Pathologies and Non-specific Lower Back Pain

7.7. Programming Speed Training

7.7.1. Objectives of Resistance Training in Osteoarticular Pathologies and Non-specific Lower Back Pain
7.7.2. Volume and intensity and recovery of resistance training in osteoarticular pathologies and low back pain
7.7.3. Selection of exercises and resistance training methods for osteoarticular pathologies and low back pain
7.7.4. Design of Resistance Training Programs for Back Pain

7.8. The Importance of Photography as a Communication Tool

7.8.1. Physical Exercise and its Implications for Bone Mass
7.8.2. Functionality of the Lumbo-Pelvic Region
7.8.3. The Importance of Postural Hygiene
7.8.4. The Importance of Ergonomics in the Home and Workplace

7.9. Physical, Psychological and Social Burden, and Recommendations for Improving Health and Quality of Life

7.9.1. Key Considerations in the Postmenopausal Woman
7.9.2. Understanding the Complex Interrelationship between Exercise and Pain
7.9.3. Barriers to Participation in Physical Exercise Programs
7.9.4. Strategies to Promote Adherence

7.10. Design of Training Programs for Patients with Osteoarticular Pathologies and Nonspecific Low Back Pain

7.10.1. Design of Osteoporosis Training Programs
7.10.2. Design of Training Programs in Osteoarthritis
7.10.3. Design of Training Programs for Nonspecific Low Back Pain
7.10.4. Conclusions

Module 8. Respiratory Pathology and Physical Exercise

8.1. Definition, Contextualization and epidemiology

8.1.1. Definition the Respiratory Most Frequent Pathologies
8.1.2. Description of the Characteristics of the Disease
8.1.3. Epidemiology and Outreach
8.1.4. Triggering Factors and Comorbidities

8.2. Pathophysiological Bases

8.2.1. Physiology and Anatomy of the Respiratory System
8.2.2. Gas Exchange, Ventilation and Air Flow
8.2.3. COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
8.2.4. Asthma

8.3. Assessment and Diagnosis

8.3.1. Assessment of Lung Function and Functional Capacity
8.3.2. Functional Assessment of the COPD Patient
8.3.3. Physical Tests and Practical Application

8.4. Protocols and Treatments

8.4.1. Respiratory Rehabilitation Protocols for the COPD Patient
8.4.2. Pharmacological Treatment and Interactions
8.4.3. Non-pharmacological Treatment: Aerobic Fitness and Muscle Fitness Training
8.4.4. Addressing Common Risk Factors and Comorbidities

8.5. Training Planning in Patients with COPD

8.5.1. Definition and Specification of Customer Level
8.5.2. Definition and Specification of Objectives
8.5.3. Definition and Specification of Assessment Processes
8.5.4. Definition and Specification of Operability with Respect to Spatial and Material Resources

8.6. Programming of Strength Training

8.6.1. Objectives of Strength Training in Respiratory Pathology
8.6.2. Volume, Intensity and Recovery of Strength Training in Respiratory Pathology
8.6.3. Selection of Exercises and Methods of Strength Training in Respiratory Pathology
8.6.4. Design of Strength Training Programs in Respiratory Pathology

8.7. Programming Speed Training

8.7.1. Objectives of Resistance Training in Respiratory Pathology
8.7.2. Volume and Intensity and Recovery from Resistance Training in Respiratory Pathology
8.7.3. Selection of Exercises and Methods of Resistance Training in Respiratory Pathology
8.7.4. Design of Resistance Training Programs for Respiratory Pathology

8.8. Sedentary Lifestyle Modification Recommendations in the Lifestyle

8.8.1. Sedentary Behavior
8.8.2. Physical Inactivity
8.8.3. Smoking, Alcohol and Nutrition

8.9. Malnutrition in the COPD Patient and Consequences on Respiratory Function

8.9.1. Assessment Nutritional Status
8.9.2. Nutritional Support in COPD
8.9.3. Nutritional Guidelines in the COPD Patient

8.10. Considerations in the Practice of Physical Activity and Exercise

8.10.1. The Selection and Arrangement of Strength and Aerobic Exercises in Training
8.10.2. The Use of Concurrent Training as a Tool for the COPD Patient
8.10.3. Exercise Selection and Progression in the Population with Respiratory Pathology
8.10.4. Specific Pharmacological Interactions
8.10.5. Conclusions

Module 9. Physical Exercise and Pregnancy

9.1. Morphofunctional Changes in the Female Body during Pregnancy

9.1.1. Concept of Pregnancy
9.1.2. Fetal Growth
9.1.3. Main Morphofunctional Modifications

9.1.3.1. Changes in Body Composition with Weight Gain
9.1.3.2. Cardiovascular System Modifications
9.1.3.3. Urinary and Excretory System Modifications
9.1.3.4. Nervous System Modifications
9.1.3.5. Respiratory System Modifications
9.1.3.6. Epithelial Tissue Modifications

9.2. Pathophysiologies Associated with Pregnancy

9.2.1. Body Mass Modification
9.2.2. Modification of the Center of Gravity and Relevant Postural Adaptations
9.2.3. Cardiorespiratory Adaptations
9.2.4. Hematological Adaptations

9.2.4.1. Blood Volume

9.2.5. Adaptations of the Locomotor System
9.2.6. Supine Hypotensive Syndrome
9.2.7. Gastrointestinal and Renal Modifications

9.2.7.1. Gastrointestinal Motility
9.2.7.2. The Kidneys

9.3. Kinefilaxia and Benefits of Physical Exercise in Pregnant Women

9.3.1. Care to be Taken During Activities of Daily Living
9.3.2. Preventive Physical Work
9.3.3. Biological and Psychosocial Benefits of Physical Exercise

9.4. Risks and Contraindications in Physical Exercise in Pregnant Women

9.4.1. Absolute Contraindications to Physical Exercise
9.4.2. Relative Contraindications to Physical Exercise
9.4.3. Precautions to be Taken into Account during Pregnancy

9.5. Nutrition in Pregnant Women

9.5.1. Body Mass Weight Gain with Pregnancy
9.5.2. Energy Requirements Throughout Pregnancy
9.5.3. Nutritional Recommendations for the Practice of Physical Exercise

9.6. Training Planning for Pregnant Women

9.6.1. First Quarter Planning
9.6.2. Second Quarter Planning
9.6.3. Third Quarter Planning

9.7. Musculoskeletal Training Programming

9.7.1. Motor Control
9.7.2. Stretching and Muscle Relaxation
9.7.3. Muscle Fitness Work

9.8. Programming Speed Training

9.8.1. Modality of Low-impact Physical Work
9.8.2. Weekly Workload

9.9. Postural and Preparatory Labor for Childbirth

9.9.1. Pelvic Floor Exercises
9.9.2. Postural Exercises

9.10. Return to Physical Activity after Delivery

9.10.1. Medical Discharge and Recovery Period
9.10.2. Care for the Beginning of Physical Activity
9.10.3. Conclusions

Module 10. Physical Exercise in Children and Adolescents and Older Adults

10.1. Approach to Physical Exercise in Children and Adolescents

10.1.1. Growth, Maturation and Development
10.1.2. Development and Individuality: Chronological Age vs. Biological Age
10.1.3. Sensitive Phases
10.1.4. Long-Term Development (Long-Term Athlete Development)

10.2. Physical Fitness Assessment in Children and Adolescents

10.2.1. Main Evaluation Batteries
10.2.2. Assessment of Coordinative Capacities
10.2.3. Assessment of Conditional Capacities
10.2.4. Morphological Assessment s

10.3. Physical Exercise Planning for Children and Adolescents

10.3.1. Muscle Strength Training
10.3.2. Aerobic Fitness Training
10.3.3. Speed Training
10.3.4. Flexibility Training

10.4. Neurosciences and Child and Adolescent Development

10.4.1. Neurolearning in Childhood
10.4.2. Motor Skills. Basis of Intelligence
10.4.3. Attention and Emotion. Early Learning
10.4.4. Neurobiology and Epigenetic Theory in Learning

10.5. Approach to Physical Exercise in the Older Adult

10.5.1. Aging Process
10.5.2. Morphofunctional Changes in the Older Adult
10.5.3. Objectives of Physical Exercise in the Elderly
10.5.4. Benefits of Physical Exercise in the Elderly

10.6. Comprehensive Gerontological Assessment

10.6.1. Coordination Skills Test
10.6.2. Katz Index of Independence in Activities of Daily Living
10.6.3. Test of Conditioning Capacities
10.6.4. Fragility and Vulnerability in Older Adults

10.7. Instability Syndrome

10.7.1. Epidemiology of Elderly Woman Obesity
10.7.2. Detection of Patients at Risk without a Previous Fall
10.7.3. Risk Factors for Falls in the Elderly
10.7.4. Post Fall Syndrome

10.8. Nutrition in Children and Adolescents and Older Adults

10.8.1. Nutritional Requirements for each Stage of Life
10.8.2. Increased Prevalence of Childhood Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes in Children
10.8.3. Association of Degenerative Diseases with Saturated Fat Consumption
10.8.4. Nutritional Recommendations for the Practice of Physical Exercise

10.9. Neurosciences and Older Adults

10.9.1. Neurogenesis and Learning
10.9.2. Cognitive Reserve in Older Adults
10.9.3. We Can Always Learn
10.9.4. Aging is not Synonymous with Disease
10.9.5. Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease, the Value of Physical Activity

10.10. Physical Exercise Programming for Children and Older Adults

10.10.1. Muscle Strength and Power Training
10.10.2. Aerobic Fitness Training
10.10.3. Cognitive Training
10.10.4. Training of Coordinative Capacities
10.10.5. Conclusions

Master the adaptation of training for individuals with musculoskeletal pathologies, improving mobility and reducing pain”