This sports nutrition certification course is highly relevant for individuals working within the health and fitness industry, especially in sports nutrition. Nutrition plays a crucial role in any aspect of the fitness industry, and this course provides an in-depth understanding of its importance in sports-related nutrition.
Upon completion of this fitness nutrition certification course and passing the exam, you will become a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Sports Nutrition Coach (CSNC). You will also be equipped with the necessary skills to explain nutritional science accurately, develop effective behavior change strategies, recommend sports performance tactics, and coach clients in the modern nutritional world as it pertains to sports.
Instructor(s):NASM
This is not an instructor-facilitated course; however, support will be provided through email, online forms, and phone.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. Chromebooks are not compatible.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 10 or later.
- Mac: macOS 12 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Word Online
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
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Lesson 1
- NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach (CSNC)
- Performance Nutrition Profession
- Introduction to Performance Nutrition
- Scope of Practice
- Evidence-Informed Practice
- Understanding the Spectrum of Athletes and Performance
- Metabolism and Energetics
- Essentials of Metabolism
- Energetics of Performance
- Nutrients and Hydration
- Protein
- Carbohydrates
- Fat
- Micronutrients
- Hydration
- Performance Nutrition Strategies
- Periodization and Nutrient Timing
- Body Composition
- Recovery
- Supporting the Ill/Injured Athlete
- Supplementation
- Putting Science into Practice
- Performance Nutrition Assessment and Evaluation
- Fueling for the Work Required
- Coaching Process/Approach
- Programming
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