NUTRITION IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND HEALTH

KINES 521

Research evidence regarding how physical activity and fitness are related to health (e.g., during pregnancy and aging) and disease, especially cardiovascular diseases, obesity, diabetes, osteoporosis, and cancer. Application and communication of knowledge in practical situations.

KINES 670

Explores concepts related to promoting and implementing specialized programs focused on addressing health and performance in patients. Topics include strength and conditioning, nutrition, and wellness.

NUTRSCI 550

Presents foundational principles and evidenced based recommendations for fueling active bodies and how proper nutrition relates to weight management, muscle development, recovery and performance. Integrates counseling methods and techniques used for working with active populations through readings, learning activities and expert guest lecturers. Features reading and interpreting scientific studies related to sports nutrition and interdisciplinary guest speakers representing sport performance and wellness programs.

KINES 100

Guidelines and assessment methods for fitness and nutrition. Motivation, adherence and stress-reduction techniques discussed. Lecture-demonstration concerning effects of exercise and nutrition on health and well-being.

NUTRSCI 750

Integration of foundational nutrition and exercise physiology principles with sports nutrition concepts from a clinical perspective. Evaluation of the unique nutritional requirements for athletes/active individuals on body composition, performance, and timing of nutrients and hydration related to pre-activity, during activity, and post-activity recovery. Application of these concepts with clinical conditions requiring specialized sports nutrition approaches such as diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, eating disorders, micronutrients deficiencies and life cycle populations (youth/adolescent, pregnant and masters' athletes). Analysis of sports nutrition research to utilize evidenced-based practice and recommendations around ergogenic aids/supplements and other sports nutrition topics.