Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Sports Nutrition
Course Code
LSPA_479
Branch of Science
Health sciences; Nutrition
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Medicine; Public Health; Sports Science; Sports Trainer
LQF
All Levels
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-time (Off site)
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Jānis Leitis
Structure Unit Manager
Uģis Ciematnieks
Structural Unit
Department of Sports Theory
Contacts
LSPA, Brīvības gatve 333, Riga, LV-1006
About Study Course
Objective
To acquire scientifically substantiated basic knowledge of the importance of nutrition in the context of physical exercise by promoting understanding of the effects of nutrition on physical health, recovery processes and preservation of health. The course looks at the body’s energy supply systems during exercise, the importance of nutrients and fluids at different types of exercise, as well as the method of determining body composition and the principles of weight regulation for physically active people. Aspects of the use of sports supplements and anti-doping issues are also being looked at. The course promotes awareness of the importance of nutrition in physical activity while emphasizing the limits of professional competence in providing nutrition advice.
Preliminary Knowledge
Basic knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, as well as understanding physiological aspects of exercise. A general understanding of basic dietary principles and the importance of key nutrients in the human body is desirable.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Students are able to present general knowledge of the importance of nutrition in the case of different physical loads
Individual work and tests
Exam • Presentation on the selected topic
2.Students are able to name top diets and their impact on athletes’ outcomes
Individual work and tests
Exam
3.Students know how to describe the importance of different fluids at physical activity
Individual work and tests
Exam
4.Students are able to name key anti-doping principles and the risks and benefits of sports supplements.
Individual work and tests
Exam
5.Students are able to list different supplements and their potential impact on athletic outcomes.
Individual work and tests
Exam
6.Students are able to list different nutritional strategies to be used in weight adjustment for physically active people
Individual work and tests
Exam
Skills
1.Students know how to apply nutrient planning to a particular sport
Individual work and tests
Exam • Case study presentation
2.Students know how to use official resources to identify banned substances in sport
Individual work and tests
Presentation on the selected topic
3.Students are able to apply critical thinking skills in analysis of scientific articles
Individual work and tests
Presentation on the selected topic
4.Students know how to apply fluid intake strategies during prolonged physical activity
Individual work and tests
Exam
Competences
1.Students are able to calculate the energy consumption of different sports and choose the appropriate diet
Individual work and tests
Exam
Assessment
Individual work
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Case study presentation |
25.00% from total grade
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A one-on-one presentation of an assigned case description (case study) as well as analysis of your three-day menu is planned during practice sessions. Presentation duration – approximately 10-15 minutes. Within the scope of the task, the situation of the chosen case related to physical load and nutrition aspects is analysed, as well as the personal menu is evaluated, paying attention to nutrient composition, energy intake and nutrition compliance with the level of physical activity. |
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Presentation on the selected topic |
25.00% from total grade
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Test
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A presentation on the topic of sports nutrition is planned during workshops. The presentation topics list will be provided as part of the course. Presentation duration – approximately 10-15 minutes. Within the scope of the task, it is necessary to prepare a structured presentation describing the chosen topic, explaining its importance in the context of physical exercise and physically active people, as well as providing a brief scientifically substantiated explanation of the main aspects related to the topic. The presentation is presented and discussed during practice sessions. |
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Examination
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Exam |
50.00% from total grade
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10 points
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The end of the study course provides for an examination aimed at assessing the level of knowledge acquired within the study course and understanding of the basic principles of sports nutrition in the context of physical exercise. The examination shall be organised in written or online form. The exam consists of 20 questions with different question formats: multiple choice questions, correct/incorrect type statements, and open type questions. The examination shall be completed for 60 minutes. The questions cover the main topics covered in the study course, including the body’s energy security systems during exercise, the importance of nutrients and fluids in the diets of physically active people, methods for determining body composition, aspects of the use of sports supplements, principles of weight regulation and anti-doping issues. The assessment of the examination shall be determined taking into account the correct number of answers and the quality of answers for open type questions, in accordance with the assessment scale determined by the study programme. |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
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Introduction to the science of sports nutrition
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Introduction to the science of sports nutrition
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The role of nutrients in athletes’ diets
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The role of fluid and various popular diets in athletes’ diets
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Anti-doping issues, risks and benefits of sport supplements in athletes’ diets
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The importance of top sports supplements
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The importance of top sports supplements
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Weight corrections in sports nutrition, acute weight loss methods, eating disorders in sports nutrition
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Weight corrections in sports nutrition, acute weight loss methods, eating disorders in sports nutrition
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Presentations about the case study and your own 3-day meal plan
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
36 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME (OFF SITE)
Part 1
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Introduction to the science of sports nutrition
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The role of nutrients in athletes’ diets
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The role of fluid and various popular diets in athletes’ diets
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Anti-doping issues, risks and benefits of sport supplements in athletes’ diets
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Anti-doping issues, risks and benefits of sport supplements in athletes’ diets
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The importance of top sports supplements
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Weight corrections in sports nutrition, acute weight loss methods, eating disorders in sports nutrition
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The importance of top sports supplements
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Presentations about the case study and your own 3-day meal plan
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Presentations about the case study and your own 3-day meal plan
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
18 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Z. Zariņš., L. Neimane. „Uztura mācība”, Rīga, 2021.
2.
Burke, L., Deakin, V., & Minehan, M. (2021). Clinical Sports Nutrition (6th ed.). McGraw-Hill Education. Izmantotās lpp.: 67–77; 143–154; 163–176; 185–198; 313–326; 336–360; 375–404.Suitable for English stream
3.
Karpinski, C. (Ed.), & Rosenbloom, C. A. (Assistant Ed.). (2017). Sports nutrition: A handbook for professionals. Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Izmantotās lpp.: 2–7; 21–35; 39–53; 60–76; 107–128; 133–147; 176–188; 191–212; 218–232; 387–414.Suitable for English stream
Additional Reading
1.
The Encyclopaedia of Sports Medicine: An IOC Medical Commission Publication, Sports Nutrition. (Volume XIX) by Ronald J. Maughan. Dec 16, 2013 (nav jaunāka izdevuma)Suitable for English stream