Strength & Nutrition Seminars

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Free seminars on strength training or nutrition topics are offered each term. Each seminar features an in-depth examination of a strength training or nutrition subject. The presenters are personal trainers and nutritionists. They will provide practical information you can apply to your workout routine or nutrition practices.

Our Strength & Nutrition seminars are free for students and members. However, you will need your membership card or T-Card to access the facility where the seminars are being offered. Community members without a membership can attend the seminar by purchasing a day pass to access the facilities.


Fall 2019 Seminars

Learn to Train: Exercise Programming Ideas

Oct 1, 2019 | 6 - 7 p.m. | Goldring Centre for High Performance Sport, Room 221

What’s the difference between working out for strength vs. increasing muscle mass? Get the lowdown on sets, reps, tempo and how to apply them to your workout. A variety of examples and practical tools will help you maximize your time and focus your efforts to customize your own training program.

Whether you are a beginner or just want to get a deeper understanding in exercise design, this seminar is for you.


Nutrition Fundamentals to Meet Your Needs
October 8, 2019 | 6 - 7 p.m. | Goldring Centre for High Performance Sport, Room 221

Incorporating optimal nutrition can give you energy, boost your immune system and keep you performing at a high level both mentally and physically. This interactive seminar will help you interpret nutrition information, put recommendations into practice and set the important ground-level framework for whatever your nutrition related goals might be.  

Practical takeaways will be given along with strategies for both on and off-campus. 

 

Exercise Nutrition and Programming For Your Goals

October 16, 2019 | 6 - 7 p.m. | Goldring Centre for High Performance Sport, Room 221

Not sure what to eat before, during and after a workout or competition? In this dynamic seminar, you’ll learn practical tools to help you enhance your training, sports performance, body composition and overall health.

We’ll also be providing specific examples for different types of exercise related goals to ensure you are getting the most out of your training.