Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Explain the correlation between nutrient timing and achieving macronutrient needs

  • Examine macronutrient requirements based on athlete type and energy needs

  • Create macronutrient recommendations for athletes of different levels

  • Analyze updated nutrition research for the performing artists and tactical athletes

  • Evaluate food labels for macronutrient content

  • Assess nutrition resources and apply into clinical practice

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Use of Macronutrients: Nutrition Overview

    • Nutrition Overview

    • Knowledge Check
  • 2

    Use of Macronutrients: Analyzing Specific Athlete Groups

    • Analyzing Specific Athlete Groups

    • Knowledge Check
  • 3

    Use of Macronutrients: Nutritional Considerations

    • Nutritional Considerations

    • Knowledge Check
  • 4

    Course Evaluation

    • Course Evaluation

Instructor(s)

Outreach Athletic Trainer

Keilea Sumrall, MS, LAT, ATC

Keilea Sumrall is a certified and licensed athletic trainer with Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Stephen F. Austin State University and her master’s degree in athletic training from Texas A&M University. Keilea is currently working on her Doctorate of Health Science with an Education Emphasis through A.T. Still University. Keilea has a passion for sports, nutrition, and spending time with her husband when they are both not working the sideline as an ATC and football coach.