Introduction to
Although it may seem obvious, some athletes and fitness enthusiasts are not aware of what impact food can have on training and performance. A well planned eating strategy will have a positive effect on competition, fitness, recovery, reducing the risk of illness, and most importantly, helping you achieve optimal results. This course provides an evidence based analysis of sports nutrition. It will give you the knowledge and skills you need in order to achieve your sports nutrition and athletic performance goals.
449,480
8 Live Interactive Lessons
4 Weeks
8 hours +
What Fuels Energy Systems?
Why exactly is sports nutrition so important? We start the course discussing macronutrients, the fuel sources we use during exercise, and give an overview of energy metabolism. You will become crystal clear on the importance of sports nutrition and why it is key to obtaining fitness and high performance.
Carbohydrates as Fuel for Exercise
Here you will learn the importance of carbohydrates as a primary source of fuel for exercise. We will look at the current recommendations for different groups of athletes and discuss their carbohydrate intake, and how it can improve performance by optimising energy stores in the body.
Protein and Fats for Exercise
One of the hottest topics in sports nutrition these days is the importance of protein and fats for sports performance. You will learn all about the role of protein in energy metabolism, with a comprehensive analysis of the effect of essential amino acids for optimal health and performance. Fat metabolism and its part in exercise will also be analysed.
I am enrolled in the Personal Nutrition course and it is AMAZING.
I've been doing the sports nutrition course which has been sooo interactive and fun!.
I highly recommend the 'Diploma in Personal Nutrition course'
Amazing courses! Great people! Love the learning environment!
Really enjoyed it and loving the support
