We’re starting with a sports nutritionist who is representing an Olympic athlete. This is a great way to incorporate the Olympics into your classroom! NutritionED.org is a great starting place for information about licensed nutritionists – covering everything from job demand to state licenses to required skills.
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After allowing your students to research the career with the link above, encourage them to try their hand at creating a meal plan for an Olympic athlete. After planning 3 meals and 3 snacks, they’ll also explain why they’ve included those specific nutrients. Guide them to consider how the following questions affect their diet:
- What type of athlete have you selected?
- Is it a competition day? Or a training day?
- What types of food does the athlete have access to in his/her area?
- How does the athlete’s age and gender affect nutrition choices?
- How much does the athlete weigh?
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