Unit Award Scheme

121743 INTRODUCTION TO DIET AND NUTRITION FOR FITNESS

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
shown knowledge of
1	the key food macros and the role they play in their diets, eg carbohydrates, protein, fats	Summary sheet
2	at least three staple foods can be used to acquire protein, carbohydrates and fats	Summary sheet
3	what calories are and the key role they play in calculating their diets	Summary sheet
4	at least two healthy and unhealthy food choices and how to make healthy swaps, eg swapping crisps for nuts	Summary sheet
5	the correct proportions of macros an average human needs in their diet per day	Summary sheet
6	what micronutrients are and the key reasons micronutrients are important in their diet and why	Summary sheet
7	how to acquire the key micronutrients in their diet	Summary sheet
demonstrated the ability to
8	calculate a base number of calories required for a calorie surplus for weight gain, a calorie deficit for weight loss, and for weight maintenance, all based on a given person’s bodyweight	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
9	identify at least two apps that can be used for calorie tracking	Summary sheet
10	track calories for a day using an app or a paper-based solution	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
11	calculate a person’s calories based on a specific goal, and proportion the macros accordingly	Summary sheet
12	create a basic daily meal plan for a person based on their calorie goals.	Summary sheet and/or student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 26 July 2024Level - Entry Level