Game on! Nutrition and Performance for Young Athletes
In this course, we will be discussing common misconceptions about sports nutrition, nutrient timings, food groups, and healthy eating.
Happy Kids Nutrition Academy
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What's included
5 pre-recorded lessons
5 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. includedAssessment
includedGrading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner - Intermediate Level
**What will be taught?** This course will teach you about the nutritional needs of athletes and physically active pre-teens. You will learn about common misconceptions about sports nutrition, nutrient timings, food groups, and healthy eating. **What topics will you cover?** * The basics of nutrition * The nutritional needs of athletes * Common misconceptions about sports nutrition * Nutrient timings * Food groups * Healthy eating * Weekly handouts and worksheets **How is your class structured?** The class is self-paced and contains YouTube video links, Google Drive documents, and messaging with the teacher. There are no student interactions. **How will you teach?** I will use a variety of teaching methods, including: * Lectures * Games * Slides * Video clips * Discussion **What's your teaching style?** My teaching style is interactive and engaging. I encourage students to ask questions and participate in discussions. I want my students to feel comfortable learning and to have fun in the process.
Learning Goals
1. **Comprehend common misconceptions:** Identify and correct erroneous beliefs about sports nutrition, such as the need for excessive protein or the harmful effects of carbohydrates.
2. **Master nutrient timing strategies:** Understand the optimal timing of macronutrient intake before, during, and after training to enhance performance.
3. **Explore essential food groups:** Recognize the importance of each food group (e.g., carbohydrates, protein, fats) and their role in supporting athletic endeavors.
4. **Develop healthy eating habits:** Establish sustainable eating patterns that provide adequate energy, hydration, and nutrients for optimal training and performance.
5. **Apply knowledge through hands-on activities:** Utilize handouts and worksheets to reinforce concepts, apply knowledge to real-world scenarios, and monitor progress towards nutritional goals.
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
The ABCs of Healthy Eating
6 Essential nutrients: (Fats, Carbs, Proteins, Vitamins, Minerals, and Water), their importance and functions
Importance of Calcium
aminal and plant sources that contain calcium
How much calcium do you consume worksheet?
How healthy are you eating survey? Lesson 2:
Food Groups
Discuss the 5 Food Groups, their importance, and food sources
How to have a healthy balance food plate
Food sources to accommodate different dietary to meet dietary needs (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, etc)
Vegetarian Food Guide
Gluten-free options/modifications
What food belongs to what food group activity Lesson 3:
Eating to Win
Nutrient timing guidelines
What to Eat Before, During, and Post-workout worksheets
Benefits of snacking
Healthy snack options
Rate your snack worksheet
ABCs of Snacks activity Lesson 4:
Hydration needs
Where does water come from
How much water should you drink?
Water and exercise
Other hydration options
Choosing Healthy Drinks Worksheet
How to avoid dehydration Other Details
Parental Guidance
This course will be referring to the healthy eating guidelines established in the United States and Canada and will be inclusive to learners with different dietary needs. While the food guidelines are only "guidelines", it is not always suitable for everyone with certain food intolerances or those that different dietary protocols. Please let me know if your learner follows a specific dietary protocol. Students will learn how to read a food label as outlined by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Joined August, 2019
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition Sciences from Mount Saint Vincent University
Hi, and thank you for checking out my course. I'm Erin and I have been a Nutritionist for over 5 years. I graduated in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Applied Human Nutrition with a Major in Dietetics. During my time at university, I have studied nutrition extensively from the moment food gets in our mouths, and how food can impact our digestion and overall health. I own my own nutrition practice, here in Nova Scotia, Canada, and I counsel clients regularly on how to adopt healthier choices for their sport and performance. Since our food trends keep evolving, it is my job to make sure your learners are receiving the correct scientific information and to eliminate all the nutrition noise from uncredited sources. I can't wait to meet your learner in my upcoming class.
Erin Madden, BScAHN (Dietetics) Reviews
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