Nutrition for Sports and ExerciseInfobase Publishing, 2009 - Health & Fitness Proper nutrition fuels athletes at all levels, from the budding high school track star to the seasoned professional football player. Discover how the body uses food to produce strength and energy. |
Contents
What Is Nutrition? | 1 |
Energy for Exercise | 20 |
How Your Body Changes When You Exercise | 36 |
What Should Athletes Eat? | 50 |
Keeping Cool Water and Electrolyte Balance During Exercise | 64 |
Ergogenic Aids for Athletes Are They Safe? | 84 |
Nutritional Problems Common Among Athletes | 102 |
Diet and Exercise for a Healthy Life | 113 |
Appendices | 127 |
Glossary | 138 |
References | 145 |
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Picture Credits | 158 |
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