KNOWLEDGE OF THE BASICS OF RATIONAL NUTRITION FOR FUTURE SPECIALISTS IN PHYSICAL CULTURE AND SPORTS

Abstract

The work aims to update knowledge about rational nutrition for future specialists in Physical Culture and Sports in the process of mastering the educational component “Sports Nutrition”. Important aspects for applicants of the first level of higher education are familiarization with the main components of food products, their importance for human health; the basics of rational nutrition, features of sports nutrition; the effect of food additives on the body and human health; diseases that arise from unbalanced nutrition; the specifics of nutrition of athletes at different stages of the training process and improvement. The main tasks are: determining the place of nutrition in sports and fitness; gaining knowledge of the basic principles and objectives of sports nutrition, nutrition system, additional sports nutrition, and pharmacological agents. Studying the basics of rational nutrition and features of a balanced diet for athletes, depending on the level of training, classification, and stage of training, is an important stage in the training of bachelors majoring in 017 Physical Culture and Sports. Objective of the work. To summarize information about the basics of rational nutrition for future specialists in physical education and sports, which will expand their knowledge in the field. Methodology. Theoretical foundations of physiology, biochemistry and nutrition hygiene. Fundamentals of rational and balanced nutrition. Research task. Study of literary sources and their analysis, synthesis, comparison and contrast, interpretation, generalization, and updating. The scientific novelty of the study is to reveal the urgency of issues related to understanding the importance of knowledge about the basics of rational nutrition of athletes and the actualization of this knowledge for future specialists in Physical culture and sports. Conclusions. A healthy diet is key to achieving success in sports and fitness. It provides energy for training, promotes recovery from physical activity, and improves the overall physical condition and health of athletes. The diet should contain an optimal balance of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. Proteins help repair and build muscle tissue, fats provide energy and nourish cells, and carbohydrates are the main source of fuel for the brain and muscles. It is important for future Physical culture and sports professionals to be able to carefully plan a diet before, during, and after training for their students or clients.