a ISBN 978-14-50401616-

a ISBN 1-450-401619-

a Original cataloging agency NEU GrandLibrary

a Language code of text/sound track or separate title eng

a Classification number TX361.A8

b Item number B45 2012

a Dewey Classification 613.2/024796

a Personal name Benardot, Dan,

d Dates associated with a name 1949-

a Title Advanced sports nutrition /

c Statement of responsibility, etc Dan Benardot.

h Medium BOOK

a Place of publication, distribution, etc Champaign, IL :

b Name of publisher, distributor, etc Human Kinetics,

c Date of publication, distribution, etc c2012.

a Extent xii, 411 p. :

b Other physical details ill. ;

c Dimensions 26 cm.

a Bibliography, etc Includes bibliographical references and index.

a Formatted contents note Pt. I. Nutrition sources for athletes : Energy nutrients ; Vitamins and minerals ; Fluids and electrolytes ; Ergogenic aids -- pt. II. Nutrition aspects of optimal performance : GI function and energy delivery ; Nutrient and fluid timing ; Oxygen transportation and utilization ; Strategies for anti-inflammation and muscular health -- pt. III. Factors affecting nutrition needs : Travel ; High altitude ; Gender and age ; Body composition and weight -- pt. IV. Nutrition strategies for specific energy systems : Anaerobic metabolism for high-intensity bursts and power ; Aerobic metabolism for endurance ; Metabolic needs for both power and endurance -- pt. V. Nutrition plans for specific sports : Sports requiring power and speed ; Sports requiring endurance ; Sports requiring combined power and endurance -- Appendix : Institute of Medicine's dietary reference intakes for macronutrients.

a Summary, etc "Far beyond the typical food pyramid formula, Advanced Sports Nutrition offers serious strategies for serious athletes. This comprehensive guide includes the latest nutrition concepts for athletes in any sport. World-renowned sports nutritionist Dr. Dan Benardot breaks down the chemistry of improved performance into winning principles that ensure athletes' key energy systems are properly stocked at all times:

a Summary, etc Meal, energy, and nutrient timing guidelines to maintain that crucial energy balance throughout the day; Optimal ratios and quantities of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals for any sport; Guidelines on identifying and maintaining optimal body composition for maximal power, strength, and athletic performance; The latest research on ergogenic aids, such as quercitin and caffeine; Strategies for avoiding gastrointestinal distress during activity and reducing exercise-induced inflammation; The effects of travel, high altitude, and age on nutrition needs and performance; Strategies for balancing fluid and electrolytes to avoid dehydration and hyperhydration and Sport-specific guidelines for increased power, strength, and endurance.

a Summary, etc The best conditioning programs and technical instruction are beneficial only if your body is properly fueled and ready to operate at peak efficiency. With Advanced Sports Nutrition, Second Edition, you can be assured that when you are ready to push the limits of training and competition, your body is, too."--pub. desc.

a Topical term or geographic name as entry element Athletes

a Uncontrolled related/analytical title New book titles (June, 2013)