KSS 3710 - Physiology of Exercise
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 40806,
Credit hours: 4
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Matthew O'Dell
Email: mrodell01@ysu.edu
Course Description
3710. Physiology of Exercise. Acute responses and chronic adaptations of the body to physiological demands of physical activity. Topics related to the optimization of performance in sport and exercise include neuromuscular and cardiorespiratory function, energy production and utilization, and environmental influences. Prereq.: Exercise Science major. 4 s.h.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | Exercise Physiology for Health, Fitness, and Performance 6th edition |
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/24 | Macro, Micro, Molecular Skeletal Muscle | Quiz 1 | |
| 8/31 | Contraction and Fiber Types + Force, Fatigue, Function | Quiz 2 | |
| 9/7 | Neuromuscular Control | Quiz 3 | |
| 9/14 | Muscular Training Principles | Exam 1 | |
| 9/21 | Substrate Metabolism + Energy Regulation | Quiz 4 | |
| 9/28 | Anaerobic Metabolism | Quiz 5 | |
| 10/5 | Aerobic Metabolism | Quiz 6 | |
| 10/12 | Metabolic Training Principles | Quiz 7+8 | |
| 10/19 | Body Comp | Exam 2 | |
| 10/26 | The Cardiovascular System + Dynamics | Quiz 9 | |
| 11/2 | Cardio Response to Exercise | Quiz 10 | |
| 11/9 | Respiration | Quiz 11 | |
| 11/16 | Respiratory Exercise Response | Quiz 12 | |
| 11/23 | Training + Adaptations | Exam 3 | |
| 11/30 | Exercise Immunology | Take home exam due (Exam 4) | |
| 12/7 | Final (Exam 5) |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.