Sports nutrition and why (not) use supplements

Arnaud 'Triple' Philippe Octaef

• 15 januari 2024
• 9789464912678

Samenvatting:

Nutrition plays a crucial role in sports performance and reaching your goals. Whether you’re an athlete, fitness enthusiast, or just looking to lead a healthier lifestyle, the foods you consume can make all the difference in fuelling your muscles, optimising recovery, and reaching your full potential. This book will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of sports nutrition and help you calculate the right nutrient intake for your specific exercise routine or specific population like diabetic, young, senior, veggie, vegan, female athlete. It will cover the basics of nutrition and explain why certain macro- and micronutrients are essential for optimal performance. Additionally, this book will serve as a guide through the most popular supplements, providing you with the information you need to make informed decisions and become an evidence-based expert. Whether you’re a recreant, dietitian, professional athlete, personal trainer, or health care professional, this book will give you the tools to answer any question about sports nutrition and become the go-to source for advice.