Graduate Certificate in Behavioral Economics for Performance Nutrition
Published on June 27, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're talking with Dr. Jane Smith, the lead instructor for the Graduate Certificate in Behavioral Economics for Performance Nutrition. Dr. Smith, can you tell us a bit about this cutting-edge course? GUEST: Absolutely! This course bridges the gap between nutrition and behavioral economics, giving learners a powerful set of skills to enhance athletic performance. It's designed to help nutritionists, dietitians, and fitness professionals create effective, sustainable interventions. HOST: That sounds fascinating. What sparked your interest in combining behavioral economics with performance nutrition? GUEST: I noticed that many clients struggled to adhere to evidence-based nutrition strategies, despite understanding their benefits. By incorporating behavioral economics principles, we can better understand and influence decision-making, motivation, and behavior change. HOST: That's a great point. As health and wellness professionals, we're always looking for ways to help our clients make lasting changes. What current industry trends are most relevant to this course? GUEST: Personalization and technology are two major trends. People want tailored advice, and technology allows us to deliver it. Our course covers using tech tools to gather data and create customized nutrition and performance strategies. HOST: Are there any challenges you've faced or seen in integrating behavioral economics into performance nutrition? GUEST: Yes, one challenge is the need for continuous learning. Behavioral economics is a rapidly evolving field, and staying up-to-date can be time-consuming. Our course helps learners overcome this by providing them with the latest research and techniques. HOST: That's a valuable perspective. Lastly, where do you see the future of behavioral economics in performance nutrition? GUEST: I believe we'll see more personalized and data-driven interventions, powered by technology. With a better understanding of the psychological and economic factors influencing food choice and physical activity, professionals can create even more effective strategies to optimize performance. HOST: Dr. Smith, thank you so much for joining us today and sharing your insights on this exciting course. We're looking forward to seeing the positive impact it will have on learners and their clients. GUEST: Thank you for having me. I'm excited to see how this course will help professionals make a difference in the lives of athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
