Author(s): Lori A. Smolin,Mary B. Grosvenor
Format: Hardback
No. of Pages: 192
Publisher: Chelsea House Publishers
Language: English
Date Published: 2010-09-30
Dimensions: 165 x 235 x 15.24mm
Publication City/Country: PA, United States
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
Illustrations: Full colour photographs, illustrations

The human body needs the right "fuel" in the form of nutritious foods and sufficient fluids to perform optimally. For the athlete or exercise enthusiast, the balance of nutritious foods and proper hydration is critical for peak performance and overall health. Nutrition for Sports and Exercise, Second Edition introduces readers to the science of nutrition for athletes and sports buffs. The book explores the dangers that athletes may face when they neglect their nutritional needs and provides valuable information about how athletes can best achieve optimal nutrition.