Nutrition for Sports

Proper nutrition is essential for performing well in sports, maintaining the benefits of fitness, reducing their risk of injury, and preventing nutrition-related diseases. Learn how easy it is for athletes to maintain a balanced and healthy diet. Maintain a diet record for an athlete and learn how to conduct a diet analysis. Discover areas where improvements are needed and work with the athlete to create a nutritional plan that provides the recommended amounts of essential nutrients for optimal health and performance. Nutrition along with a properly constructed physical training program might be the secret ingredient to optimizing athletic performance.

NOTE: Required textbook must be acquired separately.

This course is applicable towards the Strength and Conditioning Certificate.