Sports Nutrition Basics PowerPoint and Handouts

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Learning objectives & benefits:

• Participants will learn about carbohydrates and how they are an important fuel for the body.
  • Myths that protein is needed to build muscle are discussed.
  • Hydration is emphasized.
  • Aerobic and anaerobic exercise nutrition needs are given.
  • The optimal diet for athletes overview sheet includes examples of foods that fit the suggested macronutrient ratios.
  • Tips are presented on when and how to use sports beverages and bars.
  • Hyponatremia is defined along with tips for avoiding it.
  • Tips are also given before, during, and after the performance.

• The materials have two formats - one is more advanced, and the other is more basic.
  • Coaches Show: This is a more advanced show for coaches and college or adult athletes: 40+ PowerPoint slides and 20 color overheads.
  • Kids Show: This is a simple, fun show for kids with faster timing and or lower-literate audiences: 30+ PowerPoint slides and 20 color overheads (same as the coach's show).
  • Handouts: Help athletes remember the important messages, what to eat for training, what to do before an event, and the importance of a high quality, high-CHO diet - presented for both coaches/adults and kids - 15 pages of handouts and leader guide. 

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