Athletes' Nutrition: Fueling for Peak Performance
In this course, we'll explore the importance of healthy eating for athletes and physically active pre-teens. We'll discuss common misconceptions about sports nutrition, nutrient timings, food groups, and healthy eating.
Happy Kids Nutrition Academy
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What's included
5 live meetings
3 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. There will be weekly worksheets posted to the classroom (PDFs)Assessment
includedGrading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner Level
In this course on athletes' nutrition, we'll explore essential topics for fueling your body for peak performance. You’ll learn about the role of key nutrients like calcium, the five food groups, and how to time your meals for maximum energy. We’ll also debunk common sports nutrition myths and provide practical guidelines to enhance your training and recovery. Our class will be engaging and interactive, using tools like Canva presentations and in-class discussions to foster active participation. Led by expert instructors in nutrition, the course creates a supportive, inclusive environment for all learners. We aim to make sure everyone feels encouraged and empowered as they deepen their understanding of nutrition. Throughout the course, you’ll collaborate with peers through group activities, worksheets, and real-world applications. Assessments, including quizzes, worksheets, and weekly assignments, will help reinforce key concepts and evaluate your understanding.
Learning Goals
* Understand the importance of calcium and other essential nutrients.
* Identify the 5 food groups and recognize food sources that provide these nutrients.
* Discuss common misconceptions about sports nutrition and nutrient timing guidelines.
* Learn how to read food labels and make informed choices about food and drink options.
* Understand the importance of hydration and how to avoid dehydration.
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
6 Essential Nutrients
- A look at carbs, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water
- Their food sources
- What is scurvy, rickets, osteoporosis
- Simple vs complex carbs / refined vs unrefined carbs
- Unsaturated vs saturated fats vs trans fats
- Complete vs incomplete proteins 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
5 Food Groups
- The importance of fruits, veggies, dairy, proteins, and grains
- Vegetables and colors (nutritional benefits)
- Refined grains vs whole grains
- Parts of whole kernel
- Plant base proteins vs animal proteins
- Non dairy alternatives
- Food combination ideas
- The 5 food groups video 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Nutrient Timings
- Nutrient timing pre quiz (true/false activity)
- Benefits of nutrient timings
- Pre workout nutrition strategies
- What to eat before a game (video)
- Intra workout nutrition strategies
- Post workout nutrition strategies 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Hydration
- Functions of drinking water
- Benefits of staying hydrated
- Dehydration symptoms
- How to assess symptoms of dehydration (urine color and thirst)
- Fluid options for staying hydrated
- Comparing sports drinks vs energy drinks
- Healthy alternatives to boost energy levels
- Quiz 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
I will be referring to the book "Eat Like a Champion" by Jill Castle.
Joined August, 2019
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Linguistics from Memorial University of Newfoundland
Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition Sciences from Mount Saint Vincent University
Registered Dietitian and Certified Nutritionists Reviews
Live Group Course
$19
weekly1x per week, 5 weeks
45 min
Completed by 52 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
1-6 learners per class
