HIEDA – Optimising Sports Nutrition & Understanding Sports Supplements

30 April 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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Date: April 30, 2025
Time: 13:00 – 15:00
Cost: HIEDA Member Rate: £135, Non-member Rate: £270*
Audience: SLT (Sport), Directors of Sport, Houseparents, School Nurses, PE Teachers
Platform: Zoom (online) – day seminar

Course outline:

Nutrition for Growth
Nutrition for School-Level Athletes
Latest Trends in Sports Supplements
Sports Performance Nutrition
Sports Supplements and Energy Drinks

Learning outcomes:

Understand how to support young athletes with effective nutritional strategies.
Learn how to prepare students for the demands of school-level sports while fostering independence.
Stay informed on the latest trends in sports supplements and their relevance for school athletes.
Gain insights into healthy and unhealthy dietary choices and their impact on athletic performance.

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Speaker:

Dan Richardson, MSc, SENr

Dan Richardson is a performance nutrition expert who supports elite and school-level athletes to optimise their health and athletic potential. He’s worked professionally as a nutritionist with teams such as Manchester City, Sale Sharks, Warrington Wolves and currently is currently the Academy Nutrition Lead at Leeds United. His approach to nutrition is simple, evidence-based & food-first, focusing on utilising the latest nutrition research to support all students and athletes.