Description
The author competes in endurance events and shares her experience and research in the nutritional needs of athletes in endurance sports. This book applies what research shows works, to what the top athletes actually use in practice and competition. Covers topics like timing, fluids, supplements, extreme weather conditions, and vegetarian diets. Great Book!
Course Objectives
OBJECTIVES for SELF-STUDY COURSE
Upon completion, users will be able to:
1. Discuss the nutrition guidelines for endurance exercise in extreme environments.
2. Better identify people with limitations, needs, and those at risk when competing in endurance sports.
3. Better assess clients’ nutritional needs while training and competing in endurance events.
4. Better determine appropriate therapy intervention for clients with diabetes, cardiac and weight issues.
Learning Codes
- (2000) Science of food and nutrition
- (2070) Macronutrients: carbohydrate, fat, protein, fiber, water
- (2110) Physiology, exercise physiology
- (3000) Nutrition assessment & Diagnosis
- (3030) Anthropometrics, body composition
- (3100) Supplemental nutrients, botanicals
- (4000) Wellness and public health
- (4060) Exercise, fitness, and sports nutrition
- (4110) Vegetarianism
- (5000) Medical Nutrition Therapy
- (5420) Complimentary care, alternative therapies
Recommended for...
- Registered Dietitians (RD)
- Dietetic Technicians Registered (DTR)
- Registered Nurses (RN)
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