We use cookies so we can provide you with the best online experience. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Otherwise, we'll assume you're OK to continue.
9780736079457 Book Based on the most current research in nutrient timing, Performance Nutrition blends theory with applied content and real-life examples to show nutritionists, coaches, and athletes how to optimize training, improve performance, and enhance recovery. Optimize training, enhance recovery, and improve performance with Performance Nutrition: Applying the Science of Nutrient Timing. While other texts may provide a brief discussion of nutrient timing as a tool for improving sport...
Hannula has coached four U.S. Olympic team swimmers, including Kaye Hall, Olympic- and world-record holder for the 100-meter backstroke. He has also coached numerous Olympic team members; World University Games swimmers; Pan American Games and World Championship swimmers; several U.S. national champions; and American record holders. He is an eight-time Olympic team coach, a six-time World Championship team coach, seven-time World Cup team coach, and four-time Pan American Games team coach.
The body’s response to exercise in terms of hormone control and muscle function and its response to different types of carbohydrate and protein create the foundation for understanding how timing nutrition specifically to the muscles’ functional needs is optimal for an athlete. Glucagon is increased in response to low blood glucose levels; it is responsible for breaking down carbohydrate stored as glycogen in the liver and facilitating the conversion of amino acids to glucose. In the 45 ...
After the initial postworkout consumption of a carbohydrate and protein snack, it is beneficial for athletes not seeking weight loss to eat another 1.0 to 1.2 grams of carbohydrate per kilogram of body weight 2 hours after the initial carbohydrate feeding and repeat throughout the next 6 to 8 hours in 2-hour increments. An athlete’s body size, training duration and intensity, and need to manage body weight will determine how much protein and carbohydrate is taken in. Athletes who need to ...