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)

Graduate Athletic Training Program Assistant Professor

Keilea Sumrall, DHSc, MS, LAT, ATC