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My question is in relation to obtaining a degree in sports science, sports nutrition or a course similar. I currently have a diploma in fitness instruction and an extended course in certified personal training. My leaving cert points were 425 and I am currently working full time in a gym and I might have the opportunity to manage soon.

Is there any courses that you know of that will provide a degree on a part time basis, or full time but quicker than the average due to my previous qualifications in a related field of practice?

Hello Vincent,

There are a number of different questions here – let’s see if I can help.

While I appreciate your interest in being involved with sports, the possibilities you mention are all over the place.

If you are interested in sports nutrition, you would obtain training in nutrition and emphasize any relation to sports – do your term papers on sports-related themes, or any theme that addresses high-intensity activity and consequent nutritional needs.

I know one student who obtained a business degree, and did everything he could to relate his studies in relation to sports-businesses. He is now the business manager for a professional hockey team in the USA.

As for your prior experiences in sports and training – they are excellent credentials to get into a program. Some institutions allow "credit by portfolio" but I don’t think much of a place that allows that. Instead, go for a part-time degree and, once again, do everything you can to relate it to your sports and fitness interests.

Good luck to you.

I work out about 3 – 4 times a week but i am not getting the results i want. I do not want to be bulky with muscle. just lean with defined muscles.

There is not a pill that will do that for you….there is no such thing. Proper nutrition and a Sound Workout plan are the only things that will aid you in achieving your goals.

Good luck…

I need to buy whey/soy protein powder, cretine and protein bars. I wonder where I can get them in Hong Kong. I cannot afford to go to super expensive stores, but a little bit more expensive than North America is acceptable. Thanks!

hey Bro,
Not sure where in Hong Kong, but the site I get my stuff from ships all over the world. Their stuff is the best in my book and cheapest I found so far.
Their choc flavor is the best.
Their site also has a forum page with some good workout discussions and some great smoothie recipies.

Im looking for a change in career and was thinking about some kind of role in sports fitness and sport nutrition and was wondering about a good college course / qualification would work well

Sports medicine, sports management

Obviously abusing any drug will cause medical problems and perhaps death, but is creating safer steriods the next level of sports nutrition. It apparently works. (i.e. Ben Johnson’s performance; Barry Bonds performance)

I do not understand why people call it cheating. It is called gaining an edge. People say that everyone should be on the same playing field as far as not taking any supplements. With the money that is involved these days and the level of competition and not to mention the pressure and scrutiny these athletes are under to preform, it’s no wonder these guys try to give themselves an edge. If there was no competition between players and other athletes, then why do some spend time in the weight room? Why do they stay after to take ground balls? Why do they stay late to hit batting practice? The answer is to be better than the other person. It is the same thing as using a supplement. I do like the concept of steriods being controlled by officials or governement and can make it a safer substance, but who is to say when that is going to be.

I am looking to make a training plan and would like to know of any websites or leaflet/ booklets etc where I can get help.

I am looking for something that will give me advice on foods to eat and how to build myself up and maintain a healthy diet.

Also looking to be able to make exercise program and record what I do and eat. Maybe a site that can give me data, feedback etc too.

In short I am looking for a website to help with food nutrition and training planning.

I have been using the daily plate for a few years now and I love it. I keep track of my workouts and my intake. It’s now part of the LiveStrong website so you’ll find it there. good luck!

http://www.thedailyplate.com/

Namely Fort Lewis in Washington state. I am a sports nutrition distributor and would like to offer my product to the boys in arms.

Most post exchanges have a GNC store in their shopping arcade area or have this sort of product on retail display inside the main store. However, most of the merchandise for Army and Air Force Exchanges are centrally purchased. The source below is a link to that exchange system’s web site. Scroll down and click on "Doing Business With AFEES".

i just started training with this guy and he told me that if i want to increase muscle and decrease fat i need to have more protein especially since i eat vegetarian. he told me that the best one is american sports nutrition whey. he said he just moved here so other than ordering it online he doesnt know what stores sell it. i looked on the gnc website and they didnt have it.

can anyone help me get a list of stores that might sell this?

Well, for a chemical free whey protein minus the additives and fillers try http://www.buybulkwhey.com great all natural protein.

hi i am looking for a sports nutrition book that is very good and detailed, i am do athletics (high jump) if that makes a difference to the book? any suggestions welcome thanks

You have got to use Dr John Berardi’s Precision Nutrition. My husband is a pro athlete too, and that’s what we use at home. Extremely sound nutrition aimed at the athlete, and he talks about changing the diet for different uses. You can find him online and order his stuff their.

I’ve recently started a sports nutrition company selling supplements out of a state of the art fitness club. I don’t want to be another statistic by having the company fold after one year in operation. Looking for ideas to increase the viability of this enterprise. Thanks for your time.

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