Sports Nutrition Development Model

Abstract

— Nutrition is one of the factors that influence the achievement of North Sumatra sportsmen, so it needs to be considered and adjusted for nutritional needs with physical activity during the training program. This study aims to obtain models of sports nutrition development that can improve achievement. The research method used is qualitative methods with a descriptive approach. The study population was all North Sumatra sports that competed in the 2016 National Sports Week in West Java. The research sample is the 3 sports that won the most gold medals, namely Wushu, Karate, and Pencak Silat. The technique of obtaining data is by using questionnaires, interviews, documentation, and group discussion forums (FGD). Test the validity of the data, namely with credibility, transferability, dependability, and confirmability. The results showed that the model of sports nutrition development was carried out with balanced nutrition techniques consisting of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water. The guidance model is applied based on the calorie needs of athletes with the right source of nutrition. Athletes' calories are measured by Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR).