Sport Nutrition

Establishment of Sport Nutrition

Nov 5, 1937

The first studies of sport nutrition was thought of to be on the topics of carbohydrates and fat metabolism. These studies were believed to be conducted in Sweden in the late 1930s

Sport Nutrition

Period: Nov 5, 1937 to Apr 5, 2012

Protein

Oct 5, 1940

Dietary protein began to be consumed in the 1940s and muscle building results were found in resistance and strength training athletes.

Further Studies Created

Nov 5, 1960

In the late 1960s Scandinavian scientists began to study muscle gylcogen storage, use, and resynthesis associated with prolonged exercise.

The invention of Gatorade

Apr 5, 1965

At the University of Florida a team, of researchers led by Dr. Robert Cade developed a scientifically formulated beverage, commonly known as Gatorade.

Establishment of Sport Nutrition as a Field

Apr 5, 1980

The 1980s was the establishment of sport nutrition as a field of study. Sport nutrition is a specialized discipline that has a focus on endurance and strength athletes.

Food Pyramid

Apr 5, 1992

The food pyramid was introduced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Got Milk?

Apr 5, 2008

Chocolate and skim milk can be seen as the new popular sport drink. Milk leads to protein the synthesis which boosts net muscle protein balance. Milk naturally contains many electrolytes, nutrients and other properties that help to make it a great post-exercise beverage.

What Sports?

Apr 5, 2012

Sport nutrition is most commonly considered in strength sports (such as weight lifting and bodybuilding) and endurance sports (cycling, running, swimming).

Sport Nutrition: Ever-changing field

Apr 5, 2012

Sport Nutrition is genrerally a new field of study and our knowledge of sport nutrition is constantly changing due to trial and error.

Sports Nutrition Education Programs

Apr 5, 2012

Today, there are more than 600 colleges that offer health related majors and programs.