SX - 250 Nutrition for Sport and Exercise

Credits: 4

A study of the nutrition, bioenergetics, and endocrine regulation of the body in relationship to health, exercise, and sports performance. The roles of macronutrients, micronutrients, and common supplements will be examined for their role in health and performance. The study of bioenergetics in the laboratory includes indirect calorimetry and physiologic assessments. Lecture 3 hours, lab 3 hours. Course fee.

Prerequisite(s): BI 151 or permission of the instructor