An essential postgraduate certificate if you want to face with guarantees the adverse scenarios during the cycling practice"

Adequate preparation of cyclists for the special situations they face is a particularly relevant aspect. This can be done by taking into account the specificities of the environment in which the sport is practiced, by planning specific training plans or by modifying their diet. There is no doubt, therefore, that in order to excel in cycling, it is an indispensable requirement to adapt to the changing conditions at the time, being relevant to monitor the symptoms or to make informed decisions.

In order for cyclists to be able to face these challenging scenarios in line with the latest developments, TECH has designed this valuable specialization. With it, sports professionals will cover a wide range of adverse situations that threaten their performance and physical health, such as training in heat or at high altitude, as well as cases of hypoxia or Jet Lag. Thus, they will focus on the design of strategies adapted to each of these challenges, which require them to give the best of themselves.

This great updating opportunity is offered in a convenient online format where the student will have all the facilities he/she can imagine. The only requirement on your part will be a device with an Internet connection, which will give you access to a very extensive online catalog of resources on this subject to consult without any type of restriction. It will also draw on the experience of renowned cycling experts, which will add even more value to the program.

Looking to analyze physiological responses to heat training and their adaptation protocols? Well, this is your program!"

This postgraduate certificate in Special Situations in Cycling Training contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Special Situations in Cycling Training
• The graphic, schematic and eminently practical contents of the book provide sporting and practical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies 
• 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

This is your opportunity to benefit from an innovative methodology with which, through repetition, you will internalize all the key concepts of Special Situations in Cycling Training"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

Its 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 education programmed to learn in real situations.

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that are presented throughout the academic course. This will be done with the help of an innovative system of interactive videos made by renowned experts.

You will become an expert in cases of hypoxia during cycling, acting with guarantees to safeguard your health"

Thanks to this postgraduate certificate, you will define the most appropriate adaptation strategies when competing in environments with atmospheric pollution”

TECH has designed a program that aims to update the student on the most effective coping strategies to combat a wide variety of adverse situations. These are likely to occur during the sport depending on the conditions of the environment, which is why the university has opted for a global approach that allows the cyclist to adapt with guarantees. Thus, your performance will not diminish despite your activity in hot and polluted environments or despite the concurrence of constraints such as jet lag.

Achieving the objectives of the program will prevent potential performance losses that threaten the achievement of the goals you had set for yourself"

General Objectives

• Understand the performance factors of sport and, therefore, learn to assess the specific needs of each athlete
• To be able to plan, periodize and develop training programs for cyclists, in short, to enable students to exercise the profession of coach
• Acquire specific knowledge related to the biomechanics of cycling
• Understand the operation of new applications used in load quantification and training prescription
• Understand the benefits of strength training and be able to apply them in concurrent training
• Acquire a specialization in nutrition oriented to cycling
• Understand the functioning of cycling structures, as well as the modalities and categories of competitions

Specific Objectives

• Learn to differentiate between different adverse situations that affect performance
• Develop and apply strategies to optimize performance in adverse situations

This postgraduate certificate is a guarantee to address the nutritional alterations derived from a change of culture due to competition"