SSE 215: Practical Approaches to Nutrition for Female Athletes
SSE 215: Practical Approaches to Nutrition for Female Athletes is organized by Gatorade Sports Science Institute (GSSI).
Course Expiration: 05/26/2025
Description:
The majority of published sport nutrition recommendations are based on studies conducted with male athletes. In female athletes, the menstrual cycle may affect optimal nutrition strategies for performance, but menstrual cycles can be quite variable. Authors Bryan Holtzman and Kate Ackerman review the nutritional recommendations for female athletes from a variety of perspectives. Within the review, the energetic requirements for athletes and the negative effects of failing to meet these requirements are discussed. The authors also establish a model for meeting nutritional needs of increasing complexity and personalization for female athletes and provide baseline recommendations for female athletes. This course aims to provide practical advice for athletes, coaches, physicians, and other members of the athlete entourage.
Course Objectives:
• Define energy availability and the impact of failing to meet energy needs in female athletes
• Describe unique physiological considerations for female athletes related to the menstrual cycle.
• Identify micronutrients of particular interest for female athletes and baseline recommendations for intake.
Commission on Dietetic Registration: 1 Credits
Course Expiration: 03/31/2024
Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.