Introduction to sports nutrition, describing the role of macronutrients, foods and supplements on body composition, travel and health. Explores the role of research in guiding the intakes of athletes and active individuals.
HUNT245 introduces the fundamentals of sport and exercise nutrition. You will develop an understanding of the nutritional requirements and issues involved in a variety of sport and exercise settings.
| Paper title | Sport and Exercise Nutrition |
|---|---|
| Paper code | HUNT245 |
| Subject | Human Nutrition |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 1 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees (NZD) | $1,141.35 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Prerequisite
- 72 points
- Restriction
- HUNT 232
- Schedule C
- Science
- Contact
- Teaching staff
- Paper Structure
This paper covers nutritional needs for training and competition, the role of nutrition in body composition and sports foods.
- Teaching Arrangements
Two hours interactive learning sessions per week for 13 weeks.
Laboratory classes for 5 weeks.
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper.
Key research papers will be used to complement lecture material. These will be available through Blackboard.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Communication, Information literacy, Research, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
By the end of HUNT 245, students should be able to:
- Discuss the barriers to sound nutrition for exercise performance
- Outline the nutritional requirements of physically active individuals and athletes, in a variety of sports
- Discuss the role of nutrition and exercise in the management of body weight and body composition
- Discuss the role and use of sports foods and dietary supplements in sport
- Have insight into and appreciate the scope of practice of a sports nutritionist working within the sports nutrition area
