Athletes, according to Merriam-Webster, are people trained or skilled in exercise, sports, or games requiring strength, agility, or stamina. From adolescents (10-21 years old) to seniors participating in group fitness classes, athletes are found in all walks of life. This one-hour presentation will equip fitness professionals in integrating holistic training strategies in their training and instruction, to include proper fueling, effective training, and reducing risk of illness and injury. Participants will learn how psychological and physiological development are connected to diet, sleep, environment, physical activity, and recovery, and how to recognize the early warning signs of cognitive strain, low energy availability, and potential risks of illness or injury development.

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