Nutrition & Exercise

Learning Outcomes

The objective of the course is to educate the students concerning the important relationship between nutrition and exercise. Furthermore, to present the specific nutritional needs of athletes and active individuals in general. During the semester the metabolic pathways and needs in macro- and micro-nutrients during exercise will also be discussed. 

On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

• Understand the basic principles of sports nutrition
• Get informed about  the role of nutritional support in athletic performance and its influence in training induced adaptations
• Understand the mechanism of action of nutrients in athletic performance

General Abilities