Nutrition and Weight Management for Fitness Professionals

This course is part of NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Professional Certificate

Instructor: Casey DeJong

What you'll learn

  •   Describe the principles of energy balance and the first law of thermodynamics and apply these concepts to weight management strategies.
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  •   Evaluate the role of macro- and micronutrients in body composition and overall health and assess their impact on energy levels and metabolism.
  •   Analyze genetic, environmental, and behavioral factors contributing to weight gain and loss and practical weight management approaches.

    • Skills you'll gain

  •   Biology
  •   Anatomy
  •   Patient Education And Counseling
  •   Public Health and Disease Prevention
  •   Nutrition and Diet
  •   Health Assessment
  •   Communication
  •   Motivational Interviewing
  •   Chronic Diseases
  •   Preventative Care
  •   Nutrition Education

    • There are 5 modules in this course

    By the end of the course, you will be able to: • Evaluate client nutritional patterns. • Provide nutritional guidance within appropriate scope of practice. • Build rapport with clients. • Motivate clients to adopt long-term lifestyle changes.

    Week 2 - Introduction to the Science of Digestion and Metabolism

    Week 3 - Dietary Patterns and Eating Behaviors

    Week 4 - Understanding Weight Management

    Course 4 Final Quiz and Assignment

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