Certified Sports Performance and Fitness Nutrition Specialist
Sep 14 - Dec 22 , 2020
Monday & Tuesday from 6pm-930pm

The course is delivered as instructor led, online lecture format. Students will need computer with internet access.This course provides an extensive in-depth view into the emergent science and philosophy of sports nutrition. Students will learn how to combine genomically compatible food with controlled exercise and fitness to improve exercise tolerance, athletic performance and optimize body composition. Students will develop the expertise needed to design personalized nutrition protocols for clients with a wide variety of fitness, health and sport related objectives. The course also explores the judicious use of dietary supplements for health and performance, epigenetics, healthy aging and life extension. Anyone interested in offering holistic sports nutrition, fitness and human performance advise to their clients should enrol in this unique and specialized program. It is truly holistic and dedicated to the philosophy of natural medicine and functional health.Upon completion of this course the successful student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:Utilize whole natural food and supplements as tools for enhancing athletic performance and improving body composition

Utilize natural food as a clean energy source and as a primary fuel to stabilize blood sugar and prevent sugar cravings

Create a practical nutrition protocol and healthy dietary regimen for clients
Describe the role and function of vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids in health and disease
Recommend the use of specific natural health products to enhance energy, elevate metabolism, repair injuries and improve exercise recovery
Understand the basic biochemistry of carbohydrates, fats and proteins
Teach clients when and how to eat to help improve their capacity to exercise
Use the science of body typing to help clients understand the uniqueness of their own body and how it responds individually to food and exercise
Determine the protein requirements of any individual or athlete
Use food and supplements to reduce inflammation, optimize body composition and reduce body fat
Recognize the effects of stress and exercise on the structure and function of the human body
Comprehend the importance of muscle and its relationship to health and the immune system
Describe the process involved that causes Sarcopenia and muscle weakness
Know the difference between empty calories and food that heals the body
Discuss a wide range of therapeutic dietary options with clients
Recognize the difference between a food or diet that is acid or alkaline forming
Teach clients about glycemic index, glycemic load and carbohydrate density
Compare any national diet or food pyramid to the known facts and science of nutrition
Understand the basic principles behind Functional and Naturopathic Medicine

Recognize the detrimental effects of sucrose, fructose and refined sugar on human health
Create a pre- and/or post-workout protein shake using supplements proven by research to be reliable and safe to enhance workout capacity and improve recovery

Recommend specific nutrition protocols to reduce inflammation and accelerate wound healing.
Teach the psychology that must be developed and cultivated to achieve and sustain ideal bodyweight.
Help ‘hard gainers‘ to gain muscle and bodyweight with optimum nutrition, dietary supplements and the right training and exercise strategy

Educate clients on the differences between lifespan, life expectancy and health span
Talk to anyone about the multiple benefits of both fitness and nutrition

Dispel many of the common myths associated with what food and supplements can and cannot do
Teach clients important life principles that pertain to the management of personal health and wellness as a lifestyle