TSAC-F

describe the structure and function of the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, describe the cardiopulmonary responses to exercise, describe the endocrine responses to exercise, and discuss the chronic adaptations of the cardiopulmonary and endocrine systems to exercise and high-stress situations.

describe the components of the neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems; describe the structure and function of skeletal muscle, bone, and connective tissue; describe the types of muscle actions (isometric, concentric, and eccentric); define the roles that muscles play in movement; describe the principles of biomechanics; discuss how biomechanics affect exercise selection and execution; and apply biomechanical principles to exercise selection, exercise execution, and tactical job performance.

identify the characteristics of the primary energy systems, define the training variables that can affect performance outcomes, describe the physiological adaptations to exercise designed to improve fitness and performance, discuss the volume and rate of detraining as it relates to aerobic and anaerobic capacity, and, discuss the training requirements necessary to maintain training adaptations.

explain the nutritional factors affecting health and performance, evaluate the adequacy of a diet, describe nutritional strategies to optimize body composition and maximize performance and recovery, define the TSAC Facilitator’s scope of practice regarding nutrition, and explain the concept of interprofessional collaboration.