Physiology of children, women and the elderly

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3.00 credits

22.5 h

This learning unit is not being organized during year 2025-2026.

Language

French

Main themes

Children's biological development
Physiological adaptations of the child to exercise and physical training
Anatomy and physiology specific to women
Physiological adaptations of women to exercise and physical training
Biological theories of ageing
Physiological adaptations of the elderly to exercise and physical training

Learning outcomes

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :
Compare the specific physiological characteristics of children, women and the elderly (1.1.) Relate the specific physiological characteristics of each of these 3 populations to their participation in physical activity and sport (1.1., 1.6., 1.12.) Explain the differential growth and ageing of individuals (1.1.) Explain the effects of physical activity and sport on growth and ageing (1.1.) Draw up a list of recommendations for physical activity and sport for children, women and the elderly (1.6., 1.12., 3.1.)

Other information

This course is reserved for FSM students. Access is possible to other UCLouvain students on the basis of an application to be submitted to the course coordinator.

Faculty or entity

> FSM

Programmes / formations proposant cette unité d'enseignement (UE)

Title of the programme

Sigle

Credits

Prerequisites

Learning outcomes

Master [120] in Motor Skills: Physical Education

EDPH2M