Nutrition for sports and physical activity (5 cr)
Code: FJ00DK76-3003
General information
Enrollment
08.11.2021 - 21.11.2021
Timing
10.01.2022 - 07.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Department of Sports and Rehabilitation
Campus
Ecampus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
1 - 60
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Podiatry
- Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
- Degree Programme in Physical Education
Teachers
- Johanna Vesanto
Teacher in charge
Johanna Vesanto
Groups
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FTSA20KPPhysiotherapy, full-time studies
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FTSA20SMPhysiotherapy, 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.