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Athletes and coaches are
continually seeking ways to maximize efforts in both training and performance. Advanced
Sports Nutrition provides the best research- and results-based
information and advice that athletes need to gain an edge physically.
This is an autographed copy
Far beyond the typical food pyramid formula, this comprehensive guide presents
cutting-edge nutritional concepts tailored for application by athletes in any
sport. World-renowned sports nutritionist Dr. Dan Benardot breaks down the
chemistry of improved performance into winning principles that ensure an
athlete?s key energy systems are properly stocked at all times:
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Time your meals, snacks, fluids, training, and performances to maintain that
crucial energy balance throughout each day.
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Digest optimal ratios and quantities of energy nutrients, vitamins, and
minerals for any sport.
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Consume the right amount of fluid and electrolytes to avoid dehydration and
hyperhydration.
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Identify and maintain a body composition capable of maximal power output with
minimal excess weight for specific sports.
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Understand the effects of travel, high altitude, and age on nutritional needs
and performance.
The best conditioning regimens and technical
instruction are beneficial only if the body?s engine is
properly fueled and ready to operate at peak efficiency. Use
Advanced Sports Nutrition to ensure that your body is
running on the highest-grade fuel every time you compete or
train.
From the Publisher:
"Advanced Sports Nutrition threads through the clutter of nutritional
mumbo-jumbo. With the skill of the Olympic gymnasts and other
elite athletes he advises, Dr. Dan Benardot deftly explains
the latest scientific findings in lucid prose, emphasizing the
importance of commonsense food-based nutrition over gimmicky
supplements. A must for the bookshelf of athletes-and their
coaches-who seek to fuel their top performance,Advanced Sports Nutrition rates a perfect 10."
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Paperback: 340 Pages
Publisher: Human kinetics Publishers ( January 30, 2006 )
Laguage: English
Isbn: 0736059415
Product Dimensions: 0.8 * 6.8 * 9.8
Shipping Weight: 1.6 Pounds
Autographed copy
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Product Price: $
17.50
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