NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach

Nutrition plays a central role in physical progression, performance and recovery. Whether the goal is to improve results, optimize body composition, or support intense training, nutritional guidance is essential.

In this context, sports nutrition goes far beyond general recommendations. It requires a deep understanding of energy needs, metabolism, and tailored nutritional strategies based on individual goals.

The NASM™ Certified Sports Nutrition Coach program enables you to develop an evidence-based expertise to effectively support your clients in optimizing their nutrition.

You will learn how to design performance-driven nutrition strategies, master advanced concepts such as nutrient timing and periodization, and adapt intake to each individual’s needs.

This certification allows you to expand your expertise in a high-demand area.

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Develop a comprehensive expertise in sports nutrition to support clients in a structured and goal-oriented way.

Understand the scientific foundations of sports nutrition
Analyze energy needs and metabolism
Understand the role of macro- and micronutrients
Adapt hydration strategies to effort and conditions
Build performance-oriented nutrition strategies
Apply nutrient timing and nutrition periodization
Optimize recovery through nutrition
Personalize recommendations based on individual goals
Develop a professional, evidence-based approach

The NASM™ Certified Sports Nutrition Coach program is structured around 5 essential sections covering the key skills required to support performance through nutrition.

Section 1: Performance Nutrition Profession
Understanding the role and responsibilities of a sports nutrition coach.

Section 2: Metabolism and Energetics
Exploring how energy is produced and used during exercise.

Section 3: Nutrients and Hydration
Understanding the role of macronutrients, micronutrients, and hydration.

Section 4: Performance Nutrition Strategies
Applying strategies such as nutrient timing and periodization.

Section 5: Putting Science into Practice
Translating theory into practical coaching strategies.

Learning Materials

The following materials are provided to participants:

100% online training, in English and accessible at your own pace
Innovative and user-friendly online learning platform
Instructional videos
Downloadable resources
Quiz
Final online exam
1 year of access

Exams

The course concludes with one theoretical exam.

The final exam is administered online via the learning platform. It consists of 100 multiple-choice questions to be completed within a maximum of 90 minutes. A minimum score of 70% is required to pass the course. Three exam attempts are included in the course fee.

The exam must be completed within 365 days from the date of purchase.

Qualification

After successfully passing the multiple-choice exam, you will receive the "NASM™ Certified Sports Nutrition Coach" certificate on your NASM™ account.

Enrolment criteria

To participate in this course, you must be at least 18 years old.

Enrol

Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Please send your NASM.org login details to info@physicalcoaching.com.

Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive access to the course content on the NASM.org platform within 48 hours and you can start the training at any time.

Register for NASMᵀᴹ Certified Sports Nutrition Coach.

Price (tax incl.): €695.00

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