Sports Nutrition Crash Course: Get Started with the Basics

This course introduces the fundamentals of sports nutrition through five practical modules. You will describe macronutrients, their functions and recommendations. You will identify classes of micronutrients. You will understand basic supplements and recommendations. You will understand nutritional recommendations for optimizing health.

The syllabus follows a clear path: Introduction, Macronutrients, Micronutrients, Supplements, Test Your Knowledge, and Bonus Lectures. Each module builds on the last, moving from the basics of energy and nutrients to how supplements fit into a training plan. The course ends with a knowledge check and extra material to reinforce what you have learned.

By the end you can list the main macronutrients and micronutrients, explain their role in recovery and performance, and name common supplements used by athletes. You will also be able to apply basic nutritional recommendations to support health and activity levels.

This course is designed for beginners. It does not cover advanced periodisation, clinical nutrition, or prescription supplement protocols. Learners who need a professional coaching credential should consider the Diet And Nutrition Coach Certification: Beginner To Advanced course, also on Udemy, which offers a structured path from beginner to advanced topics and includes a certificate.

Free options include this Sports Nutrition Crash Course and the Diet And Nutrition Coach Certification, both on Udemy. The crash course is ideal if you want a quick overview without cost; the certification path is better if you are aiming for a credential and deeper study.