Nutrition And Football

Synopsis

<P><EM>Nutrition and Football </EM>is a FIFA endorsed book which provides the first formal scientific consensus on players’ energy use fluid, and optimal nutritional requirements. Including:</P> <UL> <LI>nutrition for pre-season, training, match play and in different climates</LI> <LI>analysis of the energy and metabolic demands of players in different positions    </LI> <LI>water and electrolyte requirements    </LI> <LI>strategies to balance effects of stress, over training and over playing    </LI> <LI>ideal body composition in professional football    </LI> <LI>analysis and interventions to counter late game fatigue     </LI> <LI>supplements and nutrition for optimum training adaptation    </LI> <LI>the effects of alcohol on metabolism, performance and general health.  </LI></UL> <P>Each contributor to this accessible guide is an internationally recognized expert in their field and the chapters embrace all key aspects of nutrition for football. Presenting cutting-edge research, the book has a practical and applied focus and has been developed with input from practicing sports nutrition club professionals.  </P>