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INTRODUCTION TO SPORTS NUTRITION
Lona Sandon, M.Ed., R.D., L.D.Assistant Professor, UT SouthwesternSpring 2012
OBJECTIVES
Define the term sports nutrition. Identify the roles and responsibilities of
sports dietitians. Outline the requirements for becoming a
Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics. Identify additional credentials or degrees
beneficial for RD’s working with athletes. List important factors to consider in providing
individualized sports nutrition counseling.
WHAT IS SPORTS NUTRITION?
Nutrition science + exercise science Aim to optimize physical performance
via: Adequate calories to fuel activity Adequate nutrients for tissue building and
repair Appropriate food and fluid choices Timing of food and fluid intake
WHO CAN BENEFIT?
Active individuals Recreational
athletes Elite athletes Coaches/trainers Parents of young
athletes
WHAT DO SPORTS RD’S DO?
Provide nutrition assessment, intervention, monitoring, & evaluation
Provide nutrition education on food choices & preparation
Identify nutritional issues that affect performance
Develop menu plans for pre & post training
Stay abreast of current research
WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES?
Personalize nutrition strategies Advise on use, safety, & legality
of dietary supplements & sports foods
Develop nutrition strategies to prevent fatigue & illness, while promoting recovery
Identify disordered eating patterns in athletes
Work with coaches & trainers
WHAT FACTORS SHOULD BE CONSIDERED? Health & medical history Energy & substrate utilization of the
sport Understand training & competition
schedules Social environment – living conditions,
travel schedule, budget What is practical for the athlete What are the athletes goals, questions,
concerns
WHAT IS A CSSD?
Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics 2 years experience as RD 1500 hours experiences Pass CSSD exam Must maintain RD status http://www.scandpg.org/sports-nu
trition/sports-nutrition-who-delivers/
Completing a specialty exam will meet 75 CEU’s
WHAT IS SCAN?
Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutrition Dietetics Practice Group Sub units
Sports Nutrition Cardiovascular/Wellness Disordered eating
> 5000 members http://www.scandpg.org/
WHAT OTHER CREDENTIALS OR DEGREES?
Public Health or Health Education
Exercise Science Personal Trainer or Fitness
Instructor American College of Sports
Medicine (ACSM) www.acsm.org
American Council on Exercise (ACE) www.acefitness.org
REFERENCES
Fink HH, Burgoon LA, Mikesky AE, eds. Practical Applications in Sports Nutrition. Sudbury, MA: Jones and Bartlett; 2006.
Nutrition and athletic performance - Position of the American Dietetic Association, Dietitians of Canada, and the American College of Sports Medicine. J Am Diet Assoc. 2009;109:509-527. Accessed December 1, 2011 from: http://www.eatright.org/About/Content.aspx?id=8365
Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group of the American Dietetic Association. 2010. Accessed December 1, 2011 from: http://www.scandpg.org/