This course explores how artificial intelligence and data-driven insights are transforming injury prevention for female and youth footballers. Learners will understand how maturation, growth, neuromuscular development, and hormonal physiology influence injury risk, and how AI-supported monitoring tools help detect high-risk patterns before injuries occur.
Protecting Champions: Training for Injury Prevention
Protecting Champions: Training for Injury Prevention
This course is part of AI Applied to Health and Injury Prevention Specialization
Instructor: Marisa Sáenz
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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Understand maturation, hormonal cycles, and neuromuscular factors that drive injury risk.
Use data-supported tools to monitor youth and female athletes.
Apply AI-enhanced strategies to individualize training and reduce injury risk.
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December 2025
Assessments
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Taught in English
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There are 4 modules in this course
Begin your journey by mastering the fundamentals of physical conditioning and recovery. This module explores how strength training, sleep, stress management, and data-driven load monitoring form the foundation of injury prevention and resilient performance in football.
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4 videos3 readings2 assignments
Learn how to safeguard players before, during, and after the match. Discover the science of effective warm-ups, real-time monitoring tools for managing player load, and proven recovery strategies to minimize fatigue and accelerate post-match regeneration.
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5 videos3 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
Focus on the unique needs of youth athletes by examining age-appropriate training loads, injury risk quantification, and the impact of growth and maturation. This module provides long-term prevention strategies and coaching insights to foster healthy development in young footballers.
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4 videos3 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
Delve into the distinct physiological factors influencing female athletes. Learn to adapt training load and prevention techniques around hormonal cycles and menstrual phases, ensuring a safer and more effective approach to injury prevention in women’s football.
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4 videos2 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
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