"Nutrition for Exercise Science, second edition, presents the ever-evolving science of nutrition in an accessible format to enable a high level of understanding of how to best apply the science to athletes in different sports, genders, ages, and environments. The second edition integrates the current science/nutrition guidelines with the ultimate goal of enabling a high level of performance through optimized training and recovery, while reducing health and injury risks. The book has many figures and tables to help facilitate an understanding of the science, and case studies with questions and answers that serve to help the reader understand how different athlete populations have different nutritional risks. In addition, an available test bank and slides serve to help instructors efficiently create an effective classroom environment"--
An invaluable resource for both exercise science majors and non-majors, ACSM's Nutrition for Exercise Science, 2nd Edition, demystifies the relationship between nutrition and exercise science and prepares you to confidently apply concepts to clinical practice.
Drawing on author Dan Benardot's extensive experience as an instructor, scientist, this engaging, authoritative text delivers an evidence-based yet accessible exploration of how nutrition impacts various aspects of active populations, from general health to muscle development, exercise recovery, injury prevention, and psychological well-being. Real-world examples and case studies bring difficult concepts to life, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to support the nutritional needs of active populations throughout your healthcare career.
? NEW! Comparative Case Studies at the end of each chapter challenge students to apply what theyve learned to varying active populations from endurance athletes to power-training athletes to team sports participants.
? Practical Application Activity boxes provide engaging practice assessing diets, analyzing energy balances, and other professional tasks.
? Chapter-opening Case Studies with discussion questions foster the critical thinking skills essential to real-world application.
? Important Factors to Consider boxes throughout chapters reinforce critical chapter points.
An invaluable resource for both exercise science majors and non-majors, ACSM's Nutrition for Exercise Science, 2nd Edition, demystifies the relationship between nutrition and exercise science and prepares you to confidently apply concepts to clinical practice.
Drawing on author Dan Benardot's extensive experience as an instructor, scientist, this engaging, authoritative text delivers an evidence-based yet accessible exploration of how nutrition impacts various aspects of active populations, from general health to muscle development, exercise recovery, injury prevention, and psychological well-being. Real-world examples and case studies bring difficult concepts to life, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to support the nutritional needs of active populations throughout your healthcare career.