May 20, 2026  
Ohio University 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
Ohio University 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
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EXPH 4140 - Physiology of Exercise


Fundamental concepts an application of organ systems responses to exercise; special reference to skeletal muscle metabolism, energy expenditure, cardiorespiratory regulation, and training and environmental adaptations.

Requisites: C or better in (BIOS 3420 or 3430 or 3450)
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.

Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Term(s) Typically Offered:
  • Athens: Every fall and spring
  • Athens: Every fall, spring, and summer
Learning Outcomes:
  • Students will demonstrate understanding of the application of exercise for weight control, in special populations (e.g., children, the elderly, women), and in the treatment of diabetes cardiovascular diseases and/or hypokinetic diseases.
  • Students will demonstrate understanding of the hormonal, metabolic, muscular, cardiovascular and respiratory responses to acute exercise and their adaptations to exercise training.
  • Students will demonstrate understanding of the roles of nutrition and ergogenic aids in exercise performance and training.
  • Students will demonstrate understanding of the storage, mobilization and utilization of metabolic fuels at rest and during exercise.



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