Sports and Performance Nutrtion

Sports Physiology

1. Understanding the Exercise physiology

Sports Nutrition

1. General nutritional problems of sports men and women
2. Nutritional Requirements of Sports men and women
3. Macronutrients
   • Carbohydrates
   • Protein
   • Fats
4. Micronutrients
   • Vitamins
   • Minerals
5. Nutrition and Energy
6. Intensity of excercise
7. Energy Balance

1. Nutrition and the Athlete
2. Eating strategies – Pre and post work outs
3. Nutrition before Game/Exercise (Pre-Game Meal)
4. Nutrition during Exercise/Competition
5. Nutrition after Game/Exercise (Post-Game Meal)
6. Importance of re-hydration
7. Special Attention to Sports Women 32
8. Other problems of sports women

1. Supplements
   • What are Supplements?
   • Sports Supplements – Why?
   • Amino Acids
   • Antioxidants
   • Ergogenic Aids
   • Current trends in Sports Supplements
   • Protein (Whey) Drinks and Powders
   • Meal Replacements
   • Protein Bars
   • BCAA (Branched Chain Amino Acids)
   • Energy and Sports Drinks
   • Weight/Fat loss Supplements
   • Weight/Muscle Gain formulas
   • Botanical/Herbal Supplements

1. Athlete – Banned Substances, Combinations and Methods
   • Doping
   • Banned Supplements and combinations

1. Cardio Vascular Training and Myths

1. Common Nutritional Myths among Sports Persons
2. Miscellaneous Information
3. Common myths about Nutrition & Weight Training