Sports Nutrition
Short course
In Hounslow, Manchester and Bournemouth
Description
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Short course
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1 Day
To give a practical working knowledge of the fundamental principles of Sports Nutrition to the student. Suitable for working with individuals or groups such as sports teams. For Level 2 fitness instructors or above, or sports coaches and those working with existing athletes. For athletes wishing to improve their own performance.
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Subjects
- Nutrition
Course programme
16 Continued Professional Development credits - REP's
Course Outline
Working through the theory of sports nutrition, the course will also explore how this is converted into practice in the real sporting environment. Designed to enable the student to improve training and competitive performance in clients.
Course components
- The main energy systems
- Energy production and storage
- Fuel utilisation
- Vitamins Minerals Antioxidants and Free Radical damage
- Carbohydrate and the glycaemic index
- Eating for competition and event days
- Protein
- Hydration & sports drinks
- Weight control for athletes
- Nutrition and immunology
Sports Nutrition