Handbook of Sports Nutrition

The study and practice of diet and nutrition with the aim of improving the athletic performance of a human body is known as sports nutrition. It is mainly used in the training regimes of strength sports and endurance sports. A few strength sports which make use of this area of study are weightlifting and bodybuilding whereas cycling, swimming and rowing are a few examples of endurance sports where it is applied. Sports nutrition primarily studies the quantity along with the type of food and fluids consumed by an athlete. The consumption of organic substances such as proteins and fats as well as nutrients such as minerals and vitamins are also dealt with under this domain. The topics included in this book on sports nutrition are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. It brings forth some of the most innovative concepts and elucidates the unexplored aspects of this field. This book will serve as a valuable source of reference for graduate and post graduate students.

Author: Allie Gaines
Publisher: Syrawood Publishing House
Published: 09/08/2020
Pages: 208
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.29lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.50d
ISBN13: 9781647400286
ISBN10: 1647400287
BISAC Categories:
- Sports & Recreation | General
- Health & Fitness | Diet & Nutrition | Nutrition