Course Objectives: |
It is aimed to teach the principles of nutrition, the functions of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, minerals, vitamins and water in the organism, their effects on physical performance, nutrition principles before, during and after the race, nutrition according to age, gender and disease status, weight control in sports. |
Course Content: |
Definition of nutrition
energy systems
carbohydrates
Proteins
oils
vitamins
Minerals
Water, its importance, fluid requirement
Exercise and nutrition
Weight problems in athletes
Doping |
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Subject |
Related Preparation |
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Definition of nutrition, its importance, adequate and balanced nutrition The relationship between nutrition, health and performance |
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Energy systems (Anaerobic, Aerobic) |
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Carbohydrates, carbohydrate intake before, during and after exercise |
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Protein requirement, deficiency, excess, its place in sports nutrition |
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Functions of fats, their place in sports nutrition |
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Vitamin requirement, excess, Fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins, Antioxidant vitamins, Place in sports nutrition |
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Functions of minerals, daily requirements, place in sports nutrition |
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Midterm Exams |
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Water, its importance, fluid requirement, Dehydration, Content, amount and time of water to be given to the athlete |
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10) |
Muscle glycogen loading and supersaturation Effect of fat diets on endurance performance, Tea coffee alcohol |
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Nutrition before, during and after exercise
Methods for finding the ideal weight, Weight loss and gain methods and recommendations, Energy balance, Daily food requirement and average daily energy needs of elite athletes |
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Ergogenic aid, definition, importance, Nutritional ergogenic aids, Place in athlete performance |
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Mechanical and biomechanical aids, Pharmacological aids (Medicines), Physiological aids (Blood doping), Psychological aids (Psychological stimulants, Trachylisants for calming effect), Their place in athlete performance |
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Doping, definition, history, harms, Doping classification, Drugs, Doping methods, Some drugs related to restriction |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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Having theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources that contain up-to-date information in the field based on competences gained at the level of education. |
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To gain the ability to use the same level of theoretical and applied knowledge at the same level in an advanced education level or the same field in the field.
To be able to interpret and evaluate data, to identify and analyze data, and to develop evidence-based solutions by using basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field. |
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To be able to transfer the thoughts at the level of basic knowledge and skills which are related to the field through written and oral communication.
To be able to share ideas and suggestions for solutions to issues related to the field with experts and non-experts.
Using a foreign language at least in the European Language Portfolio A2 General Level to monitor the information in the field and communicate with colleagues.
To be able to use the information and communications technologies with the computer software at least at the European Computer Use License Basic Level required by the field. |
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To be able to evaluate basic knowledge and skills in the field with a critical approach, to be able to identify and meet learning needs.
Be able to direct their study to an advanced level of education or to a profession at the same level.
Life-long learning to be conscious. |
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To have social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collection, application and announcement of data about the field.
Universality of social rights, social justice, quality and cultural values and environmental protection, occupational health and safety issues. |
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Be able to carry out a basic level of work independently of the field.
Taking responsibility as a team member to solve complex and unforeseen problems encountered in field related applications.
Carrying out activities for the development of employees under the responsibility of a project. |
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