Fuel Performance and Health: ESS 460 – Sports Nutrition and the Mediterranean Diet (Summer Session II)
Looking to deepen your understanding of nutrition, optimize athletic performance, and explore one of the world’s healthiest eating patterns? This summer, ESS 460: Sports Nutrition and the Mediterranean Diet offers a unique opportunity to do just that.
Course Overview
This 3-credit course explores the core components of the Mediterranean diet and its powerful role in reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. Students will gain insight into how nutrition directly impacts both overall health and physical performance.
Beyond theory, the course dives into practical applications for athletes and active individuals. Topics include:
- Training diets and performance nutrition
- Hydration strategies and electrolyte balance
- Glycogen replacement and recovery
- Personalized nutrition approaches for fitness programs
Whether you're pursuing a career in health, sports science, or simply want to enhance your own well-being, this course provides valuable, real-world knowledge.
Meet the Instructor
The course is taught by visiting professor Dr. Maria Morgan-Bathke from Viterbo University. With her expertise in nutrition and experience as an SAIIE alumna, she brings both academic insight and a strong connection to the program—adding a unique and engaging perspective to the learning experience.
Course Details
- Credits: 3
- Session: Summer Session II only
- Language: English
- Application Deadline: May 1
How to Apply
Interested in joining? To start your application or learn more, please contact:
Alexis Bergstrom
International Program Manager
International Education & Engagement Office at UW–La Crosse
Email: abergstrom@uwlax.edu
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how nutrition can transform both health and performance—while engaging with a globally inspired approach rooted in the Mediterranean lifestyle.