Sports Nutrition and Exercise Science
Explore sports nutrition and exercise science fundamentals. Learn optimal fueling strategies for peak athletic performance and wellness.
Explore sports nutrition and exercise science fundamentals. Learn optimal fueling strategies for peak athletic performance and wellness.
This comprehensive course explores the vital connection between nutrition, exercise, and sports performance. Led by researchers from Wageningen University, participants learn about exercise physiology, sports nutrition science, and evidence-based nutritional strategies. The curriculum covers essential topics including energy balance, macronutrients, hydration, supplements, and age-related considerations. Students gain practical knowledge about fueling different types of sports activities, protein's role in muscle development, and critical evaluation of nutritional claims. The course combines scientific principles with practical applications, making it valuable for both professionals and fitness enthusiasts.
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What you'll learn
Understand key concepts of exercise physiology and sports nutrition science
Analyze nutritional requirements for different types of sports activities
Evaluate the role of macro and micronutrients in athletic performance
Develop evidence-based hydration and nutrition strategies
Assess the effectiveness of supplements and ergogenic aids
Apply nutrition principles to support exercise during aging
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There are 6 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of sports nutrition and exercise science. Through six structured weeks, students progress from basic concepts to advanced nutritional strategies. The curriculum covers exercise physiology, energy systems, fluid balance, macro and micronutrients, supplements, and special considerations for aging populations. Each module combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, featuring interviews with nutrition and sports professionals. The course emphasizes critical thinking and evidence-based approaches to sports nutrition, enabling students to make informed decisions about nutritional strategies for various athletic purposes.
Introduction to Sport Nutrition (Science)
Module 1
Skeletal Muscle, Exercise and Sports
Module 2
Energy and Fluid balance
Module 3
Macronutrients
Module 4
Micronutrients and ergogenic supplements
Module 5
Exercise and Nutrition during ageing
Module 6
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Instructors
2 Courses
Expert in Nutrition, Aging and Muscle Health
Pol Grootswagers has established himself as a leading researcher in nutrition and aging at Wageningen University & Research, where he serves as Assistant Professor focusing on nutritional strategies to maintain muscle health during aging. His doctoral research, completed in 2020, made significant contributions to understanding how nutrition can improve muscle quality in older adults. His thesis demonstrated that intensive exercise combined with proper nutrition could increase muscle mass by 5% and strength by 13% in just four weeks
5 Courses
Expert in Exercise Physiology and Nutritional Science
Marco Mensink has established himself as a distinguished researcher in nutrition and exercise physiology at Wageningen University's Division of Human Nutrition and Health. His academic journey began at Maastricht University, where he earned his MSc in Health Sciences specializing in movement sciences (1995) and his medical degree (1998), followed by a Ph.D. in 2003 focusing on lifestyle interventions for type 2 diabetes prevention
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