Plant-based diets for athletes
In this course, a panel of experts explore the effects of plant-based diets on athletic performance.
To set the scene for plant-based diets, Asker Jeukendrup outlines the definition of different dietary habits, including vegetarian and vegan diets. Asker then critically discusses some of the claims around plant-based diets, debunking myths that have received attention in the media. Francis Holway then uses his expertise to discuss the effects of plant-based diet for sports performance, calling on scientific evidence, as well as anecdotal examples.
Then, Luc van Loon, an expert researcher in protein metabolism, outlines the impact of plant-based protein sources for skeletal muscle adaptation and performance. Luc outlines key factors that determine muscle remodelling and discusses strategies to maximise the adaptive response with plant-based proteins.
In the final section of this course, Alba Reguant and Nanna Meyer discuss plant-based diets in the context of supporting athletic performance. They highlight challenges that athletes face around achieving their athletic goals while also eating more sustainably.
To set the scene for plant-based diets, Asker Jeukendrup outlines the definition of different dietary habits, including vegetarian and vegan diets. Asker then critically discusses some of the claims around plant-based diets, debunking myths that have received attention in the media. Francis Holway then uses his expertise to discuss the effects of plant-based diet for sports performance, calling on scientific evidence, as well as anecdotal examples.
Then, Luc van Loon, an expert researcher in protein metabolism, outlines the impact of plant-based protein sources for skeletal muscle adaptation and performance. Luc outlines key factors that determine muscle remodelling and discusses strategies to maximise the adaptive response with plant-based proteins.
In the final section of this course, Alba Reguant and Nanna Meyer discuss plant-based diets in the context of supporting athletic performance. They highlight challenges that athletes face around achieving their athletic goals while also eating more sustainably.
You will learn about:
Definitions of plant-based diets
Myths around vegetarian and vegan diets
Plant-based proteins and performance
How athletes can eat more sustainably
This course provides an evidence-based overview of plant-based diets for athletes, while dispelling some common myths around plant-based eating.
Format
Online course
Number of lectures
5 lectures
Speakers
Prof. Thomas Nemecek
Prof. Asker Jeukendrup Francis Holway
Prof. Luc van Loon
Dr. Alba Regent
Dr. Nanna Meyer
Video time
3 hours
Bonus material
2 magazines
Q&A space
Exams