Summary of Unit:

In this mini-unit of work, students learn about the importance of nutrition in sport (and elsewhere). They develop an understanding of macro and micro-nutrients, and use these when calculating energy intake in line with the Recommended Daily Intake (RDI).

Australian Curriculum Links:

Health and Physical Education – Yr 9/10

• Evaluate and apply health information from a range of sources to health decisions and situations (ACPPS095)
• Plan, rehearse and evaluate options (including CPR and first aid) for managing situations where their own or others’ health, safety andwellbeing may be at risk (ACPPS091)

Prezi for Use in the Unit:

Download the Resources Below:

Week 1:

Nutrition Lesson 1 (Double Period) (DOCX)

Nutrition Lesson 1 – Worksheet (Calculating Kj from g) (DOCX)

Nutrition Lesson 1 – Worksheet Answers (Calculating Kj from g) (DOCX)

Week 2:

Nutrition Lesson 2 (Double Period) (DOCX)

Nutrition Lesson 2 – Student Handout Sheet (DOCX)

Nutrition Lesson 2 – Worksheet (Food Pyramid) (DOCX)

Week 3:

Nutrition Lesson 3 (Double Period) (DOCX)

Sports Nutrition Assessment Assignment (Week 3) (DOCX)

Energy Calculator – Example of Over Consumption (PDF)

Energy Calculator – Example of Under Consumption (PDF)

Week 4:

Nutrition Lesson 4 (Double Period) (DOCX)

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