Fuel the Mind, Feed the Muscles: Nutrition & Supplements for Cognitive Performance

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If you’re only fuelling the body, you’re missing half the equation. Today’s top exercise professionals are tapping into the brain-body connection – using nutrition and targeted supplementation not just to build muscle, but to sharpen focus, boost motivation, and support mental resilience.

This cutting-edge seminar is designed for exercise professionals who want to master the science behind cognitive performance nutrition. You’ll explore how neurotransmitter precursors, adaptogens, nootropics, and performance-focused diets can help clients train harder, recover better, and stay consistent for the long haul.

Learning Outcomes:
– Understand how nutrients like omega-3s, B-vitamins, amino acids, and magnesium support neurotransmitter production, cognitive clarity, and emotional stability.
– Learn the effects, benefits, and appropriate use of nootropics and adaptogens such as L-theanine, Rhodiola, caffeine, creatine, and Lion’s Mane.
– Develop nutrition protocols that enhance focus, memory, mood regulation, and energy—especially for clients experiencing stress, fatigue, or burnout.
– Design effective supplement combinations to improve mental performance, reduce decision fatigue, and support both training and recovery.
– Apply nutrition and supplementation strategies to manage cortisol, improve sleep quality, and enhance the brain’s ability to adapt to stress.
CPD Points: 2