These are the learning outcomes offered from this course
Identify the benefits of carbohydrates and the recommended amounts for females
Describe the fuelling requirements for endurance activities, to include:
- Pre-workout snacks
- Pre-event/ race meal
- Eating during exercise
- Recovery food
Identify the benefits of protein
Describe the protein requirements for a female during and after exercise
Describe the type of protein available and its benefits for female exercisers
Describe the benefit of combining carbohydrates with protein during the post-exercise period
Identify the two ways that gut flora can be improved
Describe how to create and manage the perfect gut environment
Describe how probiotics can aid with exercise performance
Examine gastrointestinal (GI) stress during exercise, to include:
- The difference in GI distress between males and females
- The theory behind GI distress and upset
- Other factors that can cause GI distress
Describe the dangers of being dehydrated
Describe how females are different from males in their hydration needs
Identify what the best drink is to consume and look at different sports drinks
Identify reasons to decide to drink when thirsty or drink on a schedule during exercise
Describe hyperhydration and how to achieve it
Describe the benefits of vitamin and mineral supplementation and performance enhancers for pre and postmenopausal women