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May 01, 2024
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EXS 575 - Nutritional Aspects of Physical Fitness and Athletic Performance Application of metabolic and nutritional principles to performance patterns of athletes and individuals desiring to increase their physical fitness capacity. Includes role of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals and water in exercise. Effects of dietary manipulation, fad diets, body composition and ergogenic aids will be investigated. Prerequisite: EXS 397 or consent of instructor. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe human energy requirements and metabolism of macronutrients during various physical activities, including aerobic and anaerobic exercise.
- Define and identify eating disorders, anemia and other prevalent nutrition-related health problems commonly experienced by athletes.
- Compare and contrast commonly used ergogenic aids among athletes and develop in-depth knowledge of their mechanisms in the human body during exercise.
- Demonstrate analytical skills through journal article reviews/discussions.
- Develop presentation skills through the completion of a research presentation on selected topics.
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