This course explores the future of nutrition, training, and technology in elite football. Learners will discover how cutting-edge science, from personalised nutrition to artificial intelligence and sustainable performance practices, is reshaping how athletes train, recover, and thrive. Through Real Madrid’s Innovation Lab and pioneering research partnerships, the course reveals how data, AI, and new technologies are creating smarter, more adaptive performance systems.
Ahead of The Game: The Future of Nutrition and Training
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Ahead of The Game: The Future of Nutrition and Training
This course is part of Sports Nutrition and Training: Innovation Assets Specialization
Instructor: Marisa Sáenz
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2 weeks to complete
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What you'll learn
Explore how AI, data, and technology are transforming nutrition and training in elite football.
Understand personalized and sustainable approaches to athlete performance and recovery.
Develop future-ready skills in leadership, collaboration, and evidence-based innovation.
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November 2025
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This course is part of the Sports Nutrition and Training: Innovation Assets Specialization
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There are 4 modules in this course
Explore the cutting edge of sports nutrition, from current trends to revolutionary technologies and personalized approaches. This module shows how advanced assessment, field-based metrics, and genetic insights are creating new frontiers in fueling elite performance.
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6 videos4 readings2 assignments
Discover how sports science is evolving through technological advancements and the rise of AI. Learn to balance time-tested practices with innovative tools, evidence-based strategies, and the unique opportunities and challenges presented by automation in football.
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6 videos3 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
Delve into the human side of performance by mastering the art of team integration. This module equips you with leadership, communication, and collaboration skills essential for building cohesive, high-performing teams in an increasingly complex football landscape.
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6 videos3 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
Prepare for tomorrow’s challenges by examining sustainable nutrition, environmental adaptation, and data management. Gain practical strategies for balancing performance and planet, adapting to climate stressors, and transforming big data into actionable insights for athlete success.
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6 videos3 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
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