OVERVIEW

Sports Injuries 273: Sports Nutrition Course is organized by CCEDSeminars.

Course Description:
This course will cover sports nutritional topics from fluid replacement, nutrient timing, nutritional considerations of the athlete, and nutritional factors in health and performance. We will also cover proper protein and creatine supplementation necessary for tissue restoration from resistance training.

Course Outline:
• Nutritional considerations of the athlete
• Nutrients necessary for enhancing athletic performance
• Nutrient timing
• Protein and creatine supplementation
• Exercise and fluid replacement.

Learning Objectives:
• Learn basic nutritional needs of the athletic population
• Outline the importance of nutrient timing and sports participation
• Discuss the importance of protein and creatine supplementation for the athlete
• Explain the importance of fluid replacement.