The Complete Book of Sports Nutrition: A Practical Guide to Eating for Sport

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Marathoners need to store large amounts of energy. Soccer players have to build muscle. Every sport has its own metabolic needs and its own dietary requirements, as the authors of this practical, scientifically sound book explain. Starting with the basics of a balanced diet, they recommend combinations of foods and eating plans that deliver the ideal proportions of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals for each type of sport. The important subject of fluid intake is covered in an extended discussion of hydration, including the pros and cons of juices, energy drinks, and smoothies. With full coverage of the needs of women, as well as vegetarians and others with special dietary restrictions, this is the definitive guide to all aspects of sports nutrition.

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Shelly Meltzer is a registered dietician who qualified with a BSc Dip Ther Diet in 1986 and an MSc (Med) Nutrition and Dietetics in 1997. She heads the dietetic practice at the Sports Science Institute of South Africa, where she has worked with many development and elite athletes. She has written for various publications and presented at various conferences. Cecily Fuller is a registered dietician with over 15 years' experience in the fields of nutrition and dietetics, as well as consulting to various food industries. She has also edited and contributed to several books. Cecily has a BSc (Med)(Hons) in Sports Science. Consultant Dr Adam Collins is Nutrition Lecturer & Academic Coordinator at the British College of Osteopathic Medicine in London.