The book covers topics such as exercise physiology, nutrient timing, supplements, and hydration, and explores how these factors impact athletic performance and recovery. The book also discusses the role of nutrition in injury prevention and management, as well as the importance of proper fueling strategies for optimal performance. With contributions from leading experts in the field, this seventh edition offers a wealth of information on the latest advances in sports nutrition science and their real-world applications. The book begins by introducing the concept of sports nutrition and its importance in athletic performance, highlighting the need to understand the evolution of technology and its impact on modern knowledge. It emphasizes the need for a personal paradigm for perceiving technological development, which can help individuals adapt to changing circumstances and make informed decisions about their health and well-being. The first chapter delves into the history of sports nutrition, tracing its origins and evolution over time. It examines the key milestones and discoveries that have shaped our understanding of nutrition and athletic performance today. This chapter provides a solid foundation for the rest of the book, demonstrating how our current knowledge of sports nutrition has been shaped by past research and innovations. The second chapter explores the science of exercise physiology, explaining how the body responds to physical activity and the role of nutrition in supporting these processes.

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