KINES 358Ergogenic Aids

1 credit · Kinesiology · Penn State

Skills development including research identification and evaluation of work-enhancing methods and devices as related to human performance and wellness. In this course students will learn about the research identification and evaluation of work-enhancing methods and devices as they relate to human performance and wellness. The course will overview historical and ethical issues associated with the use of ergogenic aids, as well as the mechanisms that delineate how they affect body systems. Ergogenic aids will be classified as hormonal, pharmacological, psychological, physiological, mechanical and nutritional. In the course students will also look at various restorative and accelerate healing agents. As a consequence of this course students, will be able to identify specific ergogenic aids, their actions, their legality, advantages, disadvantages, and safety concerns. Students will also understand the research issues involved with ergogenic aids, as well as developing a philosophy for dealing with clients who approach them interested in these kinds of enhancements. Because of the topic's relevance to work in this field, this course gives students knowledge necessary to function effectively as a professional.