HPHE 6360 - Principles of Sport Nutrition and Energy Systems

The purpose of this class is to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of proper nutrition relevant to managing health and body weight for optimal physical performance, regeneration and recovery. Course content is designed to assist coaches, to take responsibility for understanding appropriate nutrition and weight management practices and use sound nutritional principles as a part of training and preparation for competition; provide information about the myths and science associated with current trends in sport nutrition; hydration, nutritional periodization; body composition and weight management.

Note: Open to graduate students only.

Credits: 3 hours