Sport nutrition Upplaga 3

Back for a third edition, Sport Nutrition presents the principles and rationale for current nutrition guidelines for athletes. Using a physiological basis, this text provides an in-depth look at the science behind sport nutrition. This new edition has been structured with the student in mind. It moves from general principles of nutrition to estimating and fulfilling energy needs with the appropriate combinations of macro- and micronutrients. There is also content on supplements from a scientific standpoint. More than just a simple prescription of recommendations, Sport Nutrition, 3rd Edition offers a systematic presentation of the science supporting nutrition guidelines. It is an ideal book to provide a comprehensive understanding of nutrition and how it relates to sport, exercise performance, training and recovery.