The study of the human body and exercise science go hand in hand with the specialty of sports nutrition within the discipline of nutrition. Sports nutrition can be summed up as the practical application of nutrition knowledge to a daily eating schedule that supplies the energy for physical activity, speeds up the body's ability to repair and rebuild after strenuous exercise, and helps athletes perform well in competitive events while also promoting general health and wellness. Athletes must follow healthy eating habits and have a solid understanding of both general nutrition and exercise science in order to properly eat for sports. The second phase is to learn about the connections between the fields of exercise science and nutrition, emphasizing the interdependence of both physical activity and dietary practices.
