SHN6662 - Elite Physiology/Nutrition and performance

Objectives:

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:

1 demonstrate an understanding of the immunomodulatory effects of severe exercise stress;
2 design an appropriate test procedure for a given athlete in both a laboratory and a field situation;
3 utilise and apply previously acquired physiological knowledge to aid the understanding of the effects of hydration and dehydration in the elite performer;
4 demonstrate an understanding of the physiological effects of severe heat stress on the elite performer;
5 analyse and evaluate dietary intake and nutritional needs of participants in a range of activities;
6 evaluate the role of a range of ergogenic aids and dietary supplements designed for the sports market;
7 plan diet regimes and give well-informed dietary advice to individuals and groups of participants in a wide range of sport and exercise.

Content:

Physiological adaptations to training, heat stress, dehydration and hydration strategies, infections of the respiratory tract, immune function, immunosuppression, neutrophil function, phagocytosis.

Energy systems: aerobic and anaerobic exercise.
Fat and carbohydrate metabolism during exercise: carbohydrate loading.
Food supplements and ergogenic aids.
Fluid balance and sports drinks.
Nutritional beliefs and attitudes of exercises and sports performers.
Advanced dietary analysis.
Dietary management and meal planning for participants in varied settings.

Learning and Teaching Information:

Lectures
Contact Hours 48
No of Groups 1

Workshops
Contact Hours 6
Number of Groups 2

Assessment: