NUTR6C – Sports Nutrition
Elective Subject
Overview
How does nutrition affect athletic performance? What factors are at play when your muscles engage? Can you use nutrition for optimization? Can nutrition be used to delay fatigue when performing at a high level?
This subject provides an overview of holistic nutrition in the context of athletics.
In this course, you will learn:
- How your muscles work and what nutrients are involved
- Maintaining optimal hydration
- Nutritional approaches for athletes, adults, youth, and children
- Balancing protein, carbohydrates, and fats
- Competition preparation
- Losing weight without losing muscle
- Increasing muscle mass safely
- Supplementation and meal plan regimens
- And more
Be a part of creating a healthier world through nutrition
Whether you are looking to start a career in natural health, strengthen your career skills, or apply the principles of healthy living to yourself and your family — this is the program for you.