Nutrition for sports and physical activity (5 cr)
Code: FJ00DK76-3001
General information
Enrollment
16.03.2020 - 01.04.2020
Timing
01.06.2020 - 31.12.2020
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Department of Sports and Rehabilitation
Campus
Savonlinna Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 60
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Podiatry
- Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
Teachers
- Suvi Lamberg
Teacher in charge
Suvi Lamberg
Groups
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FTSA19KPPhysiotherapy, full-time studies
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VV2019-2020
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JTSA18KMPodiatry, part-time studies
Objective
You are able to apply your knowledge of nutrition to support strength and endurance training and weight control.
You are able to apply your knowledge of nutrition when guiding and counseling athletes and people exercising regularly.
Content
What is the relation between nutrition and physical activity?
What is energy metabolism?
How does physical activity affect the need, supply and use of energy?
How does the balance of nutrition and fluid influence the recovery from sports and physical activities?
What aspects of nutrition must be considered, when guiding people in different physical activities?
Evaluation scale
Approved/Failed
Qualifications
Participation in the course requires that the first year studies have been completed or equivalent knowledge and skills gained.