KNS 242 Sports Nutrition

This course is designed to help students distinguish between nutrition recommendations backed by science and the plethora of misinformation available in the field. This is a comprehensive blend of nutrition and exercise science with practical information to provide a clear understanding of how nutrition affects sport, exercise, and overall health.

Credits

Offered

Spring

Student Learning Outcomes

Have a firm understanding of nutrition and how it relates to exercise and health.
Be able to explain energy metabolism and production of ATP to fuel exercise and sport.
Know how to properly fuel for anaerobic, aerobic and power exercises.
Know what dietary supplements are kosher and which are to be avoided.