Archive for the ‘Basics’ Category

If you are serious about weight training, you have probably experienced the “plateau phenomenon.” You train harder, you consume extra protein in your diet, but you just don’t get the strength and power gains that you want. For the last ten years sports nutrition has focused on “what” to eat. The latest research from leading sports science labs now shows that “when” you eat may be even more important. Nutrient Timing adds the missing dimension to sports nutrition, the dimension o (more…)

The first edition of 1884 contained but 5 pages of type; the second of 1898, 14 pages. Only by conciseness has it been possible to give even a summary of the principles of dietetics within the limit or this pamphlet. Should there appear in places an abruptness or incompleteness of treatment, these limitations must be my excuse.

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Review

From the reviews: “Essentials of Sports Nutritional Supplements … is a study resource for obtaining a credential with the organization. … easy to understand. … particularly useful for personal trainers, coaches and anyone who wants to know the scientific details related to sports nutrition … .” (Jerry Brainum, Iron Man Magazine, July, 2009)

Millions of consumers want to lose body fat, gain muscle mass, and/or improve exercise performance. (more…)

An educational and motivational 3-DVD set by Dr. Rick Kattouf will get you on track to a high performance lifestyle. By debunking myths food and weight loss, Dr. Rick looks at several variable that will influence body composition and will affect your daily performance. Forget the conventional beliefs about weight loss that have kept you on an endless diet treadmill. Dr. Kattouf will teach you how to maximize your energy levels and get your body’s metabolism stoked!

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A substantially revised and updated edition of the highly respected guide to using nutrition as an integrated part of an athlete’s total performance-enhancing package Whatever the sport, it is essential for an athlete to have his or her body working at peak efficiency and this book presents nutrition as an integrated part of an athlete’s regimen. Training should provide maximum benefit and the athlete should achieve peak performance, and in this guide, general nutrition and exe (more…)

From Publishers Weekly

You don’t have to be a gym rat to appreciate what certified personal trainer and Men’s Health cover model Avedon has to say in this sensible, easily customizable approach to nutrition and fitness. Unsurprisingly, Avedon’s technique boils down to eating a series of small meals throughout the day, emphasizing lean meats, whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables. Some recipes, most notably protein shakes, call for protein powder and/or other nutrients requiri (more…)

Current, practical information in a real-world context for future nurses and health care professionals. Designed for the clinical nutrition and/or diet therapy nutrition course, NUTRITION FOR HEALTH AND HEALTH CARE is a trusted text that demonstrates the important role of nutrition to future nurses and health care professionals in their future careers. The text begins by covering basic nutrition concepts and followed by clinical topics organized by organ systems, linking nutrit (more…)

The new Second Edition of Practical Applications in Sports Nutrition provides students and practitioners with the latest sports nutrition information and dietary practices so they can assist athletes and fitness enthusiasts in achieving their personal performance goals. This guide not only provides the most current sports nutrition guidelines and research but also includes the tools and guidance necessary to most appropriately apply the information in the “real world.” In additi (more…)

Boost Your Performance, Health & MotivationThe optimum way to get the most out of your workouts and feel your best is to develop an energizing, performance-enhancing nutrition plan, tailored to your body’s specific needs. Do that, and you’re on track to achieve the higher level of fitness and better overall health that you crave.Inside is an A-to-Z look at how you can enhance your workouts and maximize your results with proper nutrition, safe and effective sports supplements, an (more…)

Review

“Endurance Sports Nutrition is like having your own personal sports dietitian throughout every step of your training.”Jean Knaack, Executive Director of Road Runners Club of America “This new edition provides the essential information on sports nutrition for endurance athletes. Digest it with the proper fuel and you’ll have a winning combination!”Scott JurekSeven-time consecutive champion and course record holder of the Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run“Endu (more…)