Nutrition is the key when it comes to sports performance and recovery. This course will teach you everything about how to fuel your athlete clients that will not only maximize their performance in their respective sports but also optimize their recovery.

This certificate in sports nutrition will be of great interest to all learners and healthcare professional who would like to learn the fundamentals of sports nutrition science.

Module 1: Introduction to Sports Nutrition will start by defining what exactly is sports nutrition and it’s aim. Here we will also categorize athletes into recreational, amateur and professional. This course is mainly about the first two types of athletes. Nutrition will vary based on the type of sports an athlete plays. After all, Nutrition for a marathon runner will vary from a person who plays football, right?

Module 2: Energy Requirements for Athletes will dive deep into the three energy systems i.e. phosphocreatine system, the lactic acid system and the aerobic system. We’ll then move on to discuss the five cardio/training zones to better understand the level of intensities athletes play their respective sport.

TDEE-An important energy and calorie based concept is discussed to understand the different energy requirements for athletes based on their age, gender, weight and so forth!

Module 3: Macronutrient Requirements for Athletes will discuss macronutrient requirements for athletes. Detailed explanations and relevant studies are provided that will help you not only understand the individual macro requirements based on the type of sports an athlete plays but by using case studies, this module will clearly explain how to figure out any athletes macro-ratio like a pro!

Module 4: Fluid Requirements for Athletes. Hydration is extremely important for athletes if they want to maximize their performance. Water is the best beverage for most, as more than 60% of human body is water. A formula and a chart is provided that will help you optimize your athlete clients water intake. Besides water, sport drinks are an integral part of an athlete’s life especially if she performs endurance activities. This module will break everything down to the best sport drink brands to their types, when to consume them and how much.

Who is the course for?

-Anyone who wants to learn how to create sport diets

-Health Professionals who want to specifically learn about Sports Nutrition

-Health & Fitness Professionals who want to help their athlete clients with general nutrition tips/guidelines

By the end of this course, what will you Learn?

-Understand Sports Nutrition including Macro and Micronutrient requirements for Athletes

-Understand Energy Systems and Energy Requirements for Athletes

-Figure out easy ways to determine BMR, TDEE

-Learn the Top Sports Supplements for Athletes that can maximize their performance and optimize recovery