Sports Nutrition.

Catalog description

This course is designed to provide an overview of nutrient use in exercise and athletic performance. The course includes a thorough review of current literature in Sports Nutrition as it pertains to the enhancement and rehabilitation of athletic performance and injuries. Topics include, nutrient requirements for optimal performance, behavioral strategies for improving dietary habits, and pre and post season nutrient requirements. Upon course completion students will be eligible for the ACSM sport nutrition certification.