Nutrition and Weight Management for Fitness Professionals
Completed by Brenda Hanson
March 10, 2026
18 hours (approximately)
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What you will learn
Describe the principles of energy balance and the first law of thermodynamics and apply these concepts to weight management strategies.
Evaluate the role of macro- and micronutrients in body composition and overall health and assess their impact on energy levels and metabolism.
Analyze genetic, environmental, and behavioral factors contributing to weight gain and loss and practical weight management approaches.
Skills you will gain
- Category: Meal Planning And Preparation
- Category: Patient Education And Counseling
- Category: Communication
- Category: Health And Wellness Coaching
- Category: Exercise Science
- Category: Public Health and Disease Prevention
- Category: Nutrition Education
- Category: Nutritional Assessment
- Category: Physiology
- Category: Nutrition and Diet
- Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct
- Category: Preventative Care
