Validation of a sports nutrition knowledge questionnaire for Sri Lankan track and field athletes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

While several validated sports nutrition knowledge questionnaires exist, none are specifically designed to assess the sports nutrition knowledge (SNK) of Sri Lankan track and field athletes. This study aims to validate the Sri Lankan Sports Nutrition Knowledge Questionnaire (SLn-SNKQ), tailored for this athlete group, to provide more accurate and meaningful insights for research and practice. This will enable health professionals and coaches to confidently assess athletes' nutrition knowledge, which directly influences their food choices.

Methods

The validity of the questionnaire was established through a multi-step approach. Content validity was achieved via ratings from nutrition experts, all of whom had specialized training in human nutrition and experience of

SUBMITTER: Jayawardena R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11468348 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature