Continuing Education

Catalog

SSE 253: Fueling the Female Athlete: Bridging the Gap from Recommendations to Changing Behavior

Course Objectives

  • Discuss the effects of the menstrual cycle on nutrient utilization during training and performance
  • Formulate strategies to mitigate risks associated with Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs)
  • Develop a nutrition plan for a female athlete that addresses macronutrient needs, potential micronutrient deficiencies, and how to manage energy availability and psychological well-being 

Course

Credits

Course Expiration

ACSM

1

01/27/2028

BOC

1

01/27/2028

Commission on Dietetic Registration

1

01/23/2028

CSCCa

1

01/27/2028

Reference Article

https://www.gssiweb.org/docs/default-source/sse-docs/sse_253.pdf?sfvrsn=2