SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL ADVANCEMENT

Sports and Exercise Nutrition

Introduction

                                     

 

This certificate course on Sports and Exercise Nutrition provides an understanding of nutrition principles required for optimizing athletic performance, exercise adaptation, recovery, and overall health. The course integrates scientific concepts with practical strategies for athletes, fitness professionals, and individuals involved in sports and physical activity.

 

 

Unique Selling Propositions              

 

1. Evidence-based approach to sports nutrition.
2. Practical application of nutrition strategies for training and performance.
3. Understanding of dietary planning, supplementation, and recovery nutrition.

 

 

Objectives and Learning Outcomes

                                     

1. Understand the role of macronutrients, micronutrients, hydration, and energy balance in exercise performance.
2. Develop practical skills for designing nutrition strategies for athletes and physically active individuals.
3. Evaluate sports nutrition practices and apply evidence-based recommendations.

 

 

 

Key Topics / Related Concepts

             

 

1. Fundamentals of Sports and Exercise Nutrition
2. Energy metabolism, macronutrients, micronutrients, and hydration strategies
3. Pre-, during-, and post-exercise nutrition, supplements, and performance optimization

 

 

 

 

Activities and Learning Strategies

             
  1. Flipped Classroom Approach: Pre-class learning resources (readings/videos) followed by in-class discussions, problem-solving, and application of concepts.
  2. Case-Based Learning (CBL): Analysis of real-life sports nutrition cases, athlete dietary assessments, and performance-related nutrition challenges.
  3. Active Learning Strategies: Group discussions, peer learning, quizzes, and collaborative activities to enhance understanding and engagement.
  4. Practical Application Activities: Development of personalized nutrition plans, meal planning strategies, hydration protocols, and exercise nutrition recommendations.

 

 

 

Venue / Facilities 

             

 

 

UMT Main Campus; List down required facilities

 

 

  • Learning Duration: 8 Weeks
  • Certificate Fee: Rs 13000
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Instructor

Dr. Nauman Khalid is currently serving as Dean and Professor at the School of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Management and Technology, Lahore. He is an HEC Approved PhD Supervisor in the field of Agriculture and Food Technology and holds the prestigious distinctions of Fellow of the Institute of Food Science and Technology (FIFST) and Fellow of Advance HE (FHEA), UK. His research focuses on food science and nutrition, with expertise in emulsions and encapsulation, nutritional interventions, public health, food safety, and functional food development. Dr. Khalid has published over 260 peer-reviewed research articles and is consistently recognized among Stanford University's World's Top 2% Scientists (2021–2024) for his outstanding research contributions.

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