Mar 29, 2024  
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PE 479 - Nutrition for Training and Performance


3 credits
Focuses on nutrition and training strategies for athletic performance with an emphasis on pre-training/race and recovery foods, substrate utilization, nutrient supplementation for the immune system, supplements to enhance strength training and endurance activities, fluid replacement, training zones, periodization, overtraining syndrome, rest and recovery, race preparation, and preparation for competition at different environmental conditions including altitude and heat. The course also addresses specific nutrient needs for endurance and power athletes, as well as nutrition and training strategies for young and older athletes. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Prerequisite(s):
 



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