Problem 1: What is the first goal for athletes in terms of diet planning? Why?
Problem 2: What is the meaning of nutrient density? Why is nutrient density important? Gives examples of foods
Problem 3: What is a diet prescription? Describe how (the order) a dietary prescription plan is developed for an athlete. Who is able to provide a diet prescription for an athlete? Why?
How is a diet prescription developed for an athlete who:
- Describe the modifications that would be used with an athlete who wants to reduce body fat.
- Describe the modifications that would be used for an Underweight athlete
- Describe the modifications that would be used for an athlete aiming to gain muscle mass
- Describe the modifications that would be used for an athlete who wants to maintain weight
What simple tool can be used to guide new athletes or athletes who don't have access to a dietitian and be used by other non-dietitian health professionals to provide basic nutrition information?
What are the problems generally associated with a lack of diet planning for an athlete?
How might dietary supplementation fit into the athlete's comprehensive training and nutrition plan? What should a Sports Dietitian consider when discussing dietary supplements with an athlete?