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SSE 270: Muscle Protein Metabolism and Protein Requirements for Female Athletes: Aligning Science with Sex-Specific Needs 

Course Objectives

  • Analyze the evidence presented regarding sex-based differences in protein metabolism and evaluate the validity of common myths in sports nutrition. 
  • Compare the impact of hormonal fluctuations, contraceptive use, and life stage transitions on protein requirements for female athletes. 
  • Synthesize strategies for optimizing muscle adaptation and recovery by integrating findings on protein timing, type, and quantity. 

Course

Credits

Course Expiration

ACSM

1

12/17/2028

BOC

1

12/17/2028

Commission on Dietetic Registration

1

01/06/2029

CSCCa

1

12/17/2028

Reference Article

https://www.gssiweb.org/docs/default-source/sse-docs/sse_270.pdf?Status=Master&sfvrsn=c8829490_1

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