NS-220 Sports Nutrition
This course presents the scientific basis for sports nutrition emphasizing the energy needs of activity and effect of dietary intake on performance. Special dietary requirements of specific sports and athletic activities will be taught. Topics will also include dietary ergogenic aids, nutritional supplements, weight control, dietary fads and myths, interaction of alcohol, caffeine and tobacco on an athlete’s nutrition status. The class will also stress information for competitive athletes and people of all ages wishing to incorporate nutrition into a physically active lifestyle. This course carries SUNY General Education Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) credit.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Categorize the role that each of the macronutrients and micronutrients has on physical activity and athletic performance
- Examine the impact on physical activity and athletic performance when deficiencies of macronutrients or micronutrients are present
- Identify accepted techniques for the assessment of body composition and energy balance
- Examine the prevalence of disordered eating and eating disorders in male and female athletes
- Categorize the efficacy of commonly used dietary supplements used by athletes to enhance performance