Sports Nutrition for Strength Athletes

Sports nutrition for strength athletes – course overview

The course shows how to plan nutrition for strength sports based on current research: from energy balance and protein, carbohydrate and fat intake, through cutting and muscle building, to supplements that support strength, power, hypertrophy and recovery. You will learn to choose nutrition strategies for bodybuilding, powerlifting, weightlifting, cross-training and recreational resistance training.

The programme covers practical calculation of calorie needs, diet periodisation, meal timing, peri-workout nutrition, body composition control, competition preparation and assessing supplement effectiveness. Particular emphasis is placed on distinguishing supplements with strong scientific support from marketing products. Current reviews and position stands highlight the importance of protein, creatine, caffeine, beta-alanine and – depending on context – nitrates and selected ingredients that support health and recovery.

✔ specific protocols – case studies ✔ base diet templates for the most common needs ✔ supplementation ✔ working with athletes and personalising the diet

A wide range of supplements and how to use them correctly:

creatine monohydrate, protein, beta-alanine, whey protein, casein or plant proteins, caffeine, carbohydrates, EPA/DHA, vitamin D, zinc, electrolytes (sodium, potassium), collagen + vitamin C (joints and tendons), polyphenols (e.g. berries), probiotics (indirectly – gut health)…