The athlete's immune system
In this course, Professors Mike Gleeson and Neil Walsh explore the immune system, with specific consideration for athletes and athletic performance.
Considering illness and infection can prevent an athlete from training, implementing strategies that will enhance immune function is a top priority for many athletes. Nutrition is a convenient option to promote adequate immune function, but what types of foods are most beneficial? What is the evidence that different nutritional strategies can improve illness severity and duration?
You will learn about:
Does exercise supress immune function?
Is ‘boosting’ your immune system actually a good thing?
Does Vitamin C reduce the severity and duration of illness?
Does sleep reduce your risk of illness?
Whether you are an athlete looking to optimise performance, a coach seeking to keep your athletes healthy, or a practitioner supporting athletes, this course provides practical, evidence-based strategies to maintain immune function.
