COMING SOON!
Fuel smart. Optimize performance. Elevate the game.
From weekend warriors to elite competitors, the 7th edition of the renowned Sports Nutrition textbook is the definitive guide to fueling athletic performance at every level. Packed with the latest research and practical strategies, this essential resource covers everything from macronutrient metabolism and hydration to energy balance and sport-specific nutrition guidelines.
Inside you'll discover:
- The science behind the body's use of carbohydrate, protein, and fat in athletic performance
- Information on vitamins, minerals, and hydration as they relate to exercise and recovery
- Expert strategies for weight management and energy balance
- Evidence-based insights on supplements and sports foods
- Specialized nutrition for youth, collegiate, masters, and elite athletes
- Guidance for athletes who are plant-based, pregnant, or have diabetes
- Ways to recognize, prevent and manage dysfunctional eating behaviors in athletes
- Tailored fueling plans for endurance, strength, and high-intensity sports
- Three brand-new chapters focused on tactical performance nutrition, nutrition operations management, and athlete dietary patterns
Each chapter wraps up with a list of key takeaways designed for easy implementation in daily practice. The newly expanded At-A-Glance section delivers quick, sport-specific nutrition guidelines for 24 sports to help athletes fuel efficiently and perform stronger.
Editor-in-chief: Melissa L Brown, PhD, RD, CSSD, LD
Assistant editor: Hope Barkoukis, PhD, RDN, LD, FAND
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