FSS 241 - Nutrition for Exercise and Sport

3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours
3 lecture periods 0 lab periods
Overview of sports nutrition with focus on the application of concepts to athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Includes introduction to macronutrients, nutrition issues related to health and performance, optimizing nutrition strategies for different sports, and diet planning for optimal performance.

Information: This course is intended for the FSS Certificate programs, personal interest, and professional development for coaches.

Course Learning Outcomes

Discuss the macronutrients consumed in the diet as they relate to the energy systems and specific sport performance.
Compute daily caloric and macronutrient needs for a given athlete.
Apply sport-specific nutritional strategies to optimize performance.

Outline:

Introduction to Nutrition
1. Carbohydrates
2. Fats
3. Proteins
4. Vitamins
5. Minerals
6. Hydration
Nutrition Issues
1. Managing weight and body composition
2. Athlete’s health, disease, and injury
3. Oxygen transport and utilization, reducing muscle soreness, and improving muscle recovery
4. Impact of travel and environmental conditions
5. Female athlete triad
6. Relative energy deficiency in sport
Nutrition Strategies
1. Power vs. Endurance vs. Combined sports
2. Diet planning for optimal performance
3. Supplement analysis

Effective Term:
Spring 2018