Essentials of Sports Nutrition

The top athletes understand that meeting one's nutritional needs is critical when competing. Those who perform heavy physical activity must receive an increased level of nutrients, fluid and energy. This book offers a concise introduction to the links between nutrition and physical performance. Essentials of Sports Nutrition, Second Edition, is a thoroughly updated and comprehensive new edition of the very successful Nutritional Needs of Athletes. This textbook provides a concise introduction to the relationship between nutrition and physical performance. The nutritional aspects of macro and micronutrients and fluids are discussed, followed by other issues such as storage, metabolism, effects of exercise, dietary requirements, supplementation and guidelines for sports practice. Features include: Comprehensive coverage. Clear and concise format. Chapter summaries for quick reference. New coverage of: selected sports nutraceuticals how to improve fatty acid metabolism antioxidants and exercise-induced free radicals eating disorders in athletes applying theory to practice Over 400 references. Each chapter is easy to read and well organised, ensuring that this is an invaluable textbook for all students of sport and exercise science, sports medicine and human nutrition. In addition, it will provide an excellent reference for dieticians, athletes, sports coaches and teachers of physical education. "Fred Brouns is an internationally recognised scholar in sports nutrition. Excellent additions for the second edition" Melvin Williams, Professor Emeritus of Exercise Science, Physical Education and Recreation, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia, USA "A comprehensive coverage in a clear and concise manner. The proposed updates are highly relevant and appropriate" Clyde Williams, Professor of Sports Science, Department of Physical Education, Sports Science and Recreation Management, Loughborough University, UK Today's top athletes understand that meeting one's nutritional needs is critical when competing. Those who perform heavy physical activity must receive an increased level of nutrients, fluid and energy. This book offers a concise introduction to the links between nutrition and physical performance.

Sports nutrition refers to the study of food and nutrition in relation to sports and athletic performance. It incorporates the study of various vitamins, minerals, diets, supplements and organic substances that strengthen the body of the sports persons and enhances their performance. Sports nutrition plays a crucial role in the sports like weight lifting, bodybuilding, swimming, rowing, running, cycling, etc. This book traces the progress of this field and highlights some of its key concepts and applications. Different approaches, evaluations, methodologies and advanced studies on sports nutrition have been included in this text. Students, researchers, experts and all associated with this subject will benefit alike from the book. It is a vital tool for all researching or studying sports nutrition as it gives incredible insights into emerging trends and concepts.