HEA-138 Nutrition for Fitness & Sport

Introduces the student to current dietary guidelines appropriate for a healthy and physically active lifestyle. Explores the nutritional needs physically active individuals, including recreational as well as competitive athletes. The role of each nutrient is reviewed, with emphasis on their utilization during exercise and recovery. Dietary modifications to optimize performance during different types of physical activity also will be discussed. A brief review of scientific data regarding ergogenic aids also will be presented. Note: Also offered as BIO 138; credit is not given for both HEA 138 and BIO 138.