SR1S014 - Essentials of Resistance Training 01 Sep 2020 - 31 Aug 2026 | Version 1

Associated Module Information

Module Code: SR1S014
Module Title: Essentials of Resistance Training
Faculty: Faculty of Life Sciences and Education
Faculty Group: Sport
Faculty Sub Group: Sports Coaching
Module Leader: Peter Ashcroft
Module Team: Nathan Evans
First Intended Intake: SEP 2020 Final Year of Intake: 2025
Date Closed:
Credit Value: 20 Credit Level: 4
Language: English
Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: 0
Equivalent Module:
HECOS codes: 100095 - sports coaching
HECOS Code Weighting: 100

Document Version Information

Version 1
Valid From 01 Sep 2020
Valid To 31 Aug 2026

Module Aims

Resistance training is a key aspect of a strength and conditioning coach’s work. This module is designed provide the student with a range of skills knowledge and competence in the planning and coaching of resistance training to enable them to utilise this training in their strength and conditioning practice.

Content Summary

The module will focus on the theoretical basis of resistance training but at its core will be the effective delivery of resistance training to a range of athletes. Starting with a background to the development of resistance training, it will then focus on the theoretical basis underpinning resistance training along with an analysis of the different types of resistance training. This will progress to examine the acute variables that can be manipulated in resistance training design and their impact upon adaptation. This will then progress to look at longer term variable manipulations and how these can be incorporated into a periodised plan of training.
Practical instruction in the exercises that address the key movement patterns in sport will be at the heart of the module, along with methods of progression. Emphasis will be on the key techniques to be utilised in the effective performance of each exercise along with effective coaching methods in developing an appropriate technical model.

Learning and Teaching Methods

Activity Type Hours
Lecture 24
Practical classes and workshops 24
Independent Study 60
Directed Study 86
Formative Assessment - Scheduled 3
Formative Assessment - Independent 3
Total Hours Selected 200

Learning Outcomes

# Learning Outcome
LO1 Display competence in selecting and delivery of exercises, drills and conditioning modes appropriate to the athlete’s needs and sporting demands
LO2 Effectively apply the principles of training in designing a periodised training programme through resistance training for a sport or discipline.

Module Requisites

N/A

Assessment Criteria

Assessment Category Assessment Type Description Duration Word Count Weight (%) Best of? Pass Mark
Practical Assessment (EX) Performance (EX) Practical assessment of performance 20 N/A 50 No 40
Oral Assessment (CW) Presentation (CW) 1 Presentation of a periodised programme of resistance training for a chosen athlete 15 N/A 50 No 40

Assessment Matrix

Assessment Type Learning Outcomes
LO1 LO2
Performance (EX)
Presentation (CW) 1

Reading List

Haff, G. and Tripplet T. (2020). Essentials of Strength Training & Conditioning. Champaign Ill: Human Kinetics

Bompa, T. O and Buzzichelli, C. A. (2018). Periodization-6th Edition: Theory and Methodology of Training (2018).

Jeffreys, I. and Moody, J, (2014) Strength and Conditioning for Sports Performance. London: Routledge.

Zatsiorsky, V.M. and Kraemer, W.J. (2006) Science and Practice of Strength Training. Champaign Ill:
Human Kinetics.

Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
Professional Strength and Conditioning
Strength and Conditioning Journal