Description
What Can a Certified Sports Nutritionist Do?
A certified sports nutritionist can develop customized nutrition plans tailored to an athlete’s specific sport, goals, and performance needs.
- Assess an athlete’s current diet and make recommendations to optimize nutrient intake for enhanced performance and recovery.
- Provide guidance on proper pre- and post-workout nutrition to maximize energy levels, endurance, and muscle recovery.
- Help athletes manage their weight effectively while ensuring adequate nutrition for optimal performance.
- Educate athletes on the importance of proper hydration and offer strategies for maintaining optimal fluid balance during training and competitions.
- Advise on nutrient timing, including when to consume carbohydrates, proteins, and fats for optimal energy production and muscle building.
- Offer advice on sports supplements and help athletes navigate the often-overwhelming market.
- Work closely with athletes to monitor progress, make necessary adjustments to their nutrition plans, and offer ongoing support and motivation.
- Collaborate with other members of an athlete’s support team, such as coaches and trainers, to ensure a comprehensive approach to sports performance and nutrition.
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Program contents and eligibility
Contents:
With this program you will get all of the knowledge, skills, expertise and tools that are required to successfully become an INHS certified Sport Nutritionist.
- All course materials
- Digital eBook or physical textbook ( all eBooks are included)
- Self-assessments and assignments
- Necessary forms and guidelines for starting your own business
- Online Final exam
Exam Requirements:
- You need a minimum final exam grade of 85% to pass.
- A $50.00 retest fee will apply.
Eligibility:
To enroll into this Program, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have an excellent understanding of the English language.
Course Duration:
- 6 months or less
After successful completion, you will earn the title of “Certified Sport Nutritionist” on your certificate.
The Curriculum in Details
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Below topics are specifically designed by industry experts to teach you how to develop and implement effective nutrition strategies for sports and fitness. Also, this course incorporates the latest cutting-edge research and more than 50 delicious, healthy, easy to make recipes.
Module 1
- An overview of sports nutrition
- Energy for exercise
- Carbohydrate and performance
- Protein requirements for sport
- Vitamins and minerals
- Sports supplements
- Hydration
- Body fat and dietary fat
- Weight loss
- Weight gain
- The female athlete
- The young athlete
- The vegetarian athlete
- The older athlete
- Competition nutrition
- Your personal nutrition plans
- Various recipes
Module 2
- Maximizing endurance, strength and performance
- How to calculate your optimal calorie, carbohydrate and protein requirements
- Advice on improving body composition
- Specific advice for women, children, mature athletes and vegetarians
- Eating plans to cut body fat, gain muscle and prepare for competition
- Sports supplements
Upon completing this course and on becoming an INHS Certified Sport Nutritionist, you can also apply for optional Board Certification.