Field of studies Nutrition in Sports and Fitness (studies in English) - Vincent Pol University in Lublin (Akademia Nauk Stosowanych Wincentego Pola w Lublinie), ANS Lublin (Lublin) - Clinical Dietetics - Study Bachelor's and Master's in English in Poland

1. On a placement at a club, an athlete reports a dip in form during the competition season. Where do you start?

Go through their food diary and training load, then suggest changes together with the coach and the doctor. Increase the calories in their diet. Leave it to the coach.

2. An athlete wants to start taking a trendy supplement their teammates swear by. What do you do?

Check the evidence, the risk of contamination with banned substances and any possible interactions before recommending anything. Say yes – the others are taking it too. Stay out of their choices.

3. You’re reading a meta-analysis on caffeine and endurance performance. How do you assess it?

Look at the methodology and the study groups, and whether the findings carry over to a specific sport. Take note of the conclusions in the abstract. I don’t read research papers – guides are enough for me.

4. You’ll study in an international environment, in English: seminars, analysing research and presenting your own project, alongside professionals from many countries. How does that sound?

It suits me perfectly – I can discuss the latest research in its original language and see how people work with athletes in other countries. Fine, though leading a scientific discussion in English will be a challenge. I’d rather study in my first language.

5. You need to put together a nutrition plan for a marathon runner and a weightlifter. How do you go about it?

Account for their very different energy and macronutrient needs, and match each plan to the phases of their training cycle. Write similar plans with a few small tweaks. Give them both the same healthy meal plan.

6. You suspect a female athlete is eating far too little for her training load. What do you do?

Talk to her tactfully and, working with the team, refer her to a doctor or psychologist. Tell the coach and leave it there. It’s none of my business.

7. You get a client’s body composition results. How do you interpret them?

In the context of the bigger picture – training, how they feel and their performance – without fixating on a single number. Mainly by looking at weight and body fat percentage. I don’t use measurements like that.

8. A recreational athlete isn’t sticking to your nutrition plan. How do you respond?

Ask what’s getting in the way and simplify the plan so it fits their everyday life. Remind them of the rules and ask them to try harder. Stop working with them.

9. Where do you see yourself after your Master’s?

Working with professional teams, running my own sports nutrition practice or doing research. Anywhere in the fitness industry. Probably outside this field.

10. What motivates you most to pursue a Master’s degree in Nutrition in Sports and Fitness?

The chance to work with athletes at the highest level, guided by up-to-date scientific evidence. Wanting a higher qualification. I’m not sure it’s for me

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