KHP 6650 - Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism

3 Semester Hour(s)

This course examines established dietary requirements of athletes relative to performance, training, and recovery. Emphasis will be placed on the use of peer reviewed literature to understand the importance of pre- and post-event nutrition, nutritional issues faced by athletes, and possible ergogenic strategies, foods, and dietary supplements. Examination of metabolic pathways and will allow advanced interpretation of the metabolism and macronutrients during conditions of exercise and disordered metabolism.