Description
Level 1 Sports Nutrition
Nutrition is important for peak performance in sports. Eating a healthy diet is key to provide energy to athletes to perform as
well as assisting in recovery.
The benefits of adequate sports nutrition include:
- Injury prevention.
- Strengthening of the immune system.
- Decreased muscle tiredness and soreness.
- Muscle healing and recovery.
- Improved energy levels.
- Increased focus and attention span.
GFI’s Introduction to Sports Nutrition module includes information including:
- Energy-yielding nutrients (macronutrients)
- Calorie intake
- Metabolism
- ATP
- Physical activity
- Use of Ergogenic Aids
- Muscle building
- High intensity training
- Endurance training
- Vitamins and Minerals