SPORTS AND EXERCISE NUTRITION

Catalog description

The principal objective of this course is described and discuss the relationship of the nutritional processes and sports performance, without limiting to the competitive process, the relationship that exists between physical activity, nutrition and prevention and manage ment of chronic diseases. The functions of the macro and micronutrients will be discussed as well as their relationship with sports performance. Previous concepts such as chemistry, anatomy, physiology and training systems are highly recommended to facilit ate the understanding. The functions of the personal trainer, exercise physiologist, and the dietitian nutritionist in regards to the prescription of dietary plans, according to legislation in Puerto Rico will be described.