Continuing Education

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SSE 262: Hydration and Nutrition Considerations for Endurance Cycling Exercise in the Heat

Course Objectives

  • Analyze the physiological effects of hypohydration and heat stress on cardiovascular function and endurance cycling performance 
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of different hydration and carbohydrate feeding strategies for endurance cyclists competing in hot environments, considering individual variability and practical challenges
  • Interpret the implications of heat acclimation and gut training strategies on endurance performance and recovery in competitive cycling

Course

Credits

Course Expiration

ACSM

1

10/31/2028

BOC

1

10/31/2028

Reference Article

https://www.gssiweb.org/docs/default-source/sse-docs/sse_262.pdf?Status=Master&sfvrsn=dbe3f50d_1