Course overview

An introduction to Anatomy and Biomechanics (Beginners)

Are you curious about how the body moves and performs? The Anatomy and Biomechanics series from the SSISA Research Digest is your starting point for understanding human movement. This beginner-friendly course introduces the fundamentals of anatomy, including key structures like muscles, bones, and joints, while exploring biomechanics principles such as motion, force, and stability.

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What's included?

  • 4 Chapters
  • 1 Certification

Purpose of understanding Chronic Diseases

This series is perfect for fitness enthusiasts, aspiring personal trainers, physiotherapy students, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the science behind movement. No prior knowledge required—just a passion for learning and improving!

What's in-store?

In this series, you will learn and understand the following:
  • The basics of human anatomy and how the body is structured.
  • Biomechanical concepts that influence movement and performance.
  • Practical insights to improve exercise techniques and reduce injury risks.

Course Lessons

Meet our SSISA Research Digest team

Warren Lucas

Research and Partnerships Manager

Warren Lucas is an Accredited Sport Scientist (SASMA), completing a PhD in Exercise Science at the University of Cape Town. His research is focused on designing patient-centred exercise interventions for youth with substance use and mental health conditions in treatment settings. His supervisors are Dr. Sharief Hendricks and Prof. Vicki Lambert (HPALS UCT).

Evan Knight

Research Consultant

Evan Knight is an Exercise Scientist with an MSc in Exercise Physiology from the Stellenbosch. University. He works as a Research Consultant at the Sports Science Institute of South Africa, and his research is focused on biomarkers and the intercellular adaptation and communication following different endurance running training regimes in elite runners.

Devon Da Costa

Research consultant & Lecturer

Devon Da Costa is a Qualified Biokineticist completing a PhD in Exercise Science at the University of Cape Town. She works as a Research Consultant and Lecturer at the Sports Science Institute of South Africa. Her research is focused on fuelling endurance sports performance through a variety of different dietary and supplementation strategies. She is supervised by Associate Prof Andrew Bosch (HPALS UCT).

Tim Klein

Research Consultant & Sport Scientist
im Klein is an Exercise Scientist who is currently completing an MSc in Exercise Science at the University of Cape Town. His research focuses primarily on the effects of resistance training on cycling performance. His research is supervised by Associate Prof. Mike Posthumus and Dr. Caroline D’Alton (HPALS UCT). 
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