TY  - BOOK
AU  - Benardot,Dan
TI  - Advanced sports nutrition
SN  - 1450401619
AV  - TX361.A8 B45 2012
U1  - 613.2024796 23
PY  - 2012///]
CY  - Champaign, IL
PB  - Human Kinetics
KW  - Athletes
KW  - Nutrition
N1  - Includes bibliographical references and index; Pt. I. Nutrition sources for athletes : Energy nutrients ; Vitamins and minerals ; Fluids and electrolytes ; Ergogenic aids -- pt. II. Nutrition aspects of optimal performance : GI function and energy delivery ; Nutrient and fluid timing ; Oxygen transportation and utilization ; Strategies for anti-inflammation and muscular health -- pt. III. Factors affecting nutrition needs : Travel ; High altitude ; Gender and age ; Body composition and weight -- pt. IV. Nutrition strategies for specific energy systems : Anaerobic metabolism for high-intensity bursts and power ; Aerobic metabolism for endurance ; Metabolic needs for both power and endurance -- pt. V. Nutrition plans for specific sports : Sports requiring power and speed ; Sports requiring endurance ; Sports requiring combined power and endurance -- Appendix : Institute of Medicine's dietary reference intakes for macronutrients
N2  - "Far beyond the typical food pyramid formula, Advanced Sports Nutrition offers serious strategies for serious athletes. This comprehensive guide includes the latest nutrition concepts for athletes in any sport. World-renowned sports nutritionist Dr. Dan Benardot breaks down the chemistry of improved performance into winning principles that ensure athletes' key energy systems are properly stocked at all times; Meal, energy, and nutrient timing guidelines to maintain that crucial energy balance throughout the day; Optimal ratios and quantities of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals for any sport; Guidelines on identifying and maintaining optimal body composition for maximal power, strength, and athletic performance; The latest research on ergogenic aids, such as quercitin and caffeine; Strategies for avoiding gastrointestinal distress during activity and reducing exercise-induced inflammation; The effects of travel, high altitude, and age on nutrition needs and performance; Strategies for balancing fluid and electrolytes to avoid dehydration and hyperhydration and Sport-specific guidelines for increased power, strength, and endurance
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