The Complete Guide to Sports Nutrition: 8th edition

About this book

The Complete Guide to Sports Nutrition is the definitive practical handbook for anyone wanting a performance advantage. Anita Bean once again succeeds in demystifying the sports persons diet in her inimitable clear and concise style. Alongside the theory The Complete Guide to Sports Nutrition is packed with practical advice--suggested menus recipes and eating plans relevant to all training programs. Written by one of the most respected sports nutritionists this fully updated and revised edition provides the latest research and information to help you succeed. This eighth edition includes accessible guidance on the following topics: - Maximizing endurance strength and performance - How to calculate your optimal calorie carbohydrate and protein requirements - Advice on improving body composition - Specific advice for women children and vegetarians - Eating plans to cut body fat gain muscle and prepare for competition - Sport-specific nutritional advice