The journey from high school courts and fields to professional arenas is rigorous, and it’s paved with ceaseless dedication, training, and deep comprehension of nutritional science. It’s a journey not for the faint of heart, but for the determined and the persistent. High school athletes must harbor a relentless spirit and an enduring love for the sport that propels them through the challenges that lie in wait.
Nutrition is the fuel that powers that engine of athleticism. A deep comprehension of nutritional science is indispensable for optimizing performance, accelerating recovery, and mitigating the risk of injury. High school athletes, guided by their coaches and nutritional advisors, must adhere to nutritional plans that cater to their specific needs and the demands of their sport. It’s not merely about what’s on the plate, but understanding the science behind it, the timing, the balance, and the effect of nutrition on the body’s physiology and performance on the field.
An upcoming webinar titled “Fueling Excellence” unfolds a plethora of insights from NFL insiders and academic experts. Produced by experts from Concordia University Chicago (CUC), Tavis Piattoly, MS, RD, LDN and CUC alumni, Tom Zheng, Ph.Dc, MS, the webinar seeks to educate high school strength coaches about the science behind peak performance, offering actionable insights to optimize the athletic journey. It’s the coach’s opportunity to learn more about the interplay of nutrition, training, and recovery strategies in achieving athletic excellence.
The following topics will be addressed:
Nutritional Support for Injury and Repair: Nutrition is the cornerstone of an athlete’s ability to recover and rebuild. NFL experts shed light on the nutritional protocols essential in managing and repairing injuries. By understanding the nutritional requisites during the injury phase, high school strength coaches can educate athletes on dietary strategies to accelerate healing, enabling athletes to return to the field with renewed vigor.
Recovery and Regeneration Nutrients: The realm of athletics is as much about recovery as it is about training. This segment explores the quintessential nutrients that foster recovery and regeneration post-exertion. A grasp of the science behind these nutrients will empower coaches to enhance athletes’ recuperative processes, laying the groundwork for sustained performance.
Evidence-Based Supplementation: In the high-octane world of NFL, supplementation strategies are meticulously crafted to optimize athlete care. This segment demystifies the evidence-based supplementation protocols employed at the pinnacle of the sport. Translating this knowledge to the high school level can significantly elevate the standard of athlete care, bolstering their immunity and recovery.
Foundational Nutrients: Delving into the effects and benefits of foundational nutrients like Omega-3, Creatine, Curcumin, Tart Cherry, and Vitamin D unveils a spectrum of advantages in boosting athletic performance. Understanding the impact of these nutrients on muscle health, inflammation control, and energy production can be a game-changer in nurturing high school athletes’ journey towards excellence.
Supplemental Regenerative Modalities: Beyond nutrition, the webinar explores regenerative modalities that influence cellular energy, circadian rhythms, and overall physiological function. Integrating these insights can usher in a holistic approach to athlete care, resonating with the broader objective of nurturing well-rounded athletes.
Sport-Specific Training Adaptations: Tailoring training programs to the nuanced demands of different sports and positions is an art and science. Insights from NFL insiders on sport-specific training adaptations offer a roadmap to high school strength coaches for developing bespoke training regimens that align with individual athlete profiles and the unique demands of various sports.
Insight into CUC’s Graduate Programs: For those aspiring to delve deeper into the science of athletic performance, the webinar provides a glimpse into CUC’s graduate programs in exercise science. These advanced degrees open avenues to further enhance the career prospects of strength coaches, enriching the athletic ecosystem from the grassroots to the professional sphere.
Join the Discussion at an Exclusive Event on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 6:00 PM CDT.
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Why Pursue a Strength and Conditioning Degree?
The Strength and Conditioning concentration, designed for practitioners, aspiring coaches, personal trainers, and athletic performance coaches, offers a comprehensive program that goes beyond the standard National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) certification requirements and prepares students for advanced certifications.
Students will explore advanced strength and conditioning theories, acquire skills to create their own philosophy, and prepare for the NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS®) certification exam and advanced certifications by applying principles and refining programming techniques.
Our Strength and Conditioning program is recognized by the NSCA. The NSCA Education Recognition Program (ERP) recognizes and distinguishes schools with standardized, approved strength and conditioning or personal training curricula in undergraduate and graduate settings designed to prepare students for the NSCA CSCS certification.
Exercise Science Career Outlook
Concordia University Chicago's Master of Science in Exercise Science offers five concentrations, each aligned with a specific industry certification.
• Exercise Physiology - ACSM-CEP
• Human Movement Science - NASM-CES
• Sports Nutrition - CISSN
• Sports Performance Training - NASM-PES
• Strength & Conditioning - NSCA-CSCS
Students can pursue four graduate certificates or a PhD in Exercise Science to further their careers.
