SNT 504 - Sports and Performance Nutrition (Nutrition and Dietetics)

3 Credit(s)

Integrates knowledge of fitness, sports, and performance nutrition throughout the life cycle. Students will analyze and research the safety and validity of ergogenic aids while integrating sports organizations’ regulations; demonstrate competence using various body composition measurements and educate various populations on the benefits of physical activity. Topics include energy metabolism, fuel utilization, nutrition periodization, micronutrients such as Vitamin D and athletic performance, iron needs for the female athlete, macronutrients, weight control, hydration and urine specificity.

When Offered: Fall semester.
Fee.