2022 - NUTRITION AND ERGOGENIC AID

Subject type: Mandatory

Coordinator: A hard tackle from Víctor Illera to Domínguez

Trimester: Second term

Credits: 6

Academic year: 2025

Teaching course: 3

• Catalan

Oral face-to-face classes will be taught in Catalan. There are documents in Spanish and English, as well as audiovisual materials in Spanish and English.

Nutrition and ergogenic aids is a compulsory and semi-face-to-face subject of Subject 1, Human Anatomy, Physiology, Physics, Statistics and Psychology.

Physical performance depends on the interaction of multiple factors that culminate in the individual’s adaptation through specific technical skills and abilities. Food, nutrition and ergonutrition are of paramount importance in athletic performance. In this subject we will see the food process from the first pre-hominids to modern man, interpreting the anatomical, physiological and biochemical changes of evolution from theArdipitecus ramidus to the'Homo sapiens sapiens. 

The basis of the course will be the study of energy, macronutrients (proteins, carbohydrates and lipids), micronutrients (vitamins, minerals and trace elements), fiber, water, food groups, cineanthropometry and sports nutrition. In this subject much importance is given to ergonutrition, supplements and what we call sports foods. If we do not know the fundamental principles we will not know how to use or be able to advise everything regarding ergonutritional aids.

A theoretical basis is also given in kineanthropometry and body composition through the study of human morphology. Formulas and programs are worked on in order to be able to evaluate this morphology and make decisions.

The gender perspective will be an aspect that the teaching staff will take into account by making an inclusive and non-sexist use of language and promoting the equal participation of everyone in a respectful and inclusive environment both in lectures and in seminar sessions. The different nutritional and dietary responses in both women and men will become visible. Female bibliographic references will be provided in the classroom to the extent that the subject allows it and the full first name of the authors will be used. Regarding the images of the content in the teaching material, the non-perpetuation of stereotypes will be encouraged.

The classroom (physical or virtual) is a safe space, free of sexist, racist, homophobic, transphobic and discriminatory attitudes, either towards students or teachers. We trust that together we can create a safe space where we can make mistakes and learn without having to suffer the prejudices of others.

The program will be presented on the first day and the operation of the individual activities and seminars will be explained.

Contents:

1. Introduction.

2. Energy and nutrients.

3. Food groups.

4. Balanced diet.

5. Anthropometry and assessment of body composition.

6. Nutrition in sport and physical activity.

7. Supplementation and ergogenic aids.

Seminars 1, 2 and 3. 

The assessment system for the skills and learning outcomes of this subject includes different assessment activities for Subject 1, Human Anatomy, Physiology, Physics, Statistics and Psychology:

A system of quantitative (from 0 to 10) and qualitative (suspended, approved, notable, excellent, honorary registration) is used according to RD 1125/2003.

In order for the exam grade to be averaged with the rest of the grades obtained during the course of the subject, it will be necessary to obtain a grade equal to or higher than 5 points out of a total of 10 points.

The individual assessment (items 2 and 3) must be graded according to the weighting established in the assessment system. This rating must be equal to or higher than 3 points out of 10 in order to average it with the other evaluation tests. If this minimum score is not reached, the subject will be suspended.

According to UPF regulations, students who have the option to make up the subject are those who have obtained a grade of "fail". If the subject is not passed, the only part that can be retaken is the exam, with an extraordinary exam (retake) within the same academic year.

The evaluation system and recovery period are detailed in the Learning Plan available in the virtual classroom at the beginning of the subject.

Any form of academic fraud will be sanctioned in accordance with the center's assessment regulations. If signs of fraud are detected, including the improper use of generative artificial intelligence tools, the subject's teaching staff may call the student for an individual interview with the aim of verifying their authorship.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in this subject is regulated in the Learning Plan. It should be consulted to find out the specific conditions of use.

Burke, Louise. (2006). Clinical Sports Nutrition. McGraw-Hill.

Jeukendrup, Asker; Gleeson, Michael. Sports Nutrition 1st edition. Editorial Tutor, 2019