A major purpose of this book is to provide detailed analysis of nutritional supplementation
supported by, whenever possible, replicated scientific research regarding sports and …

Exercise is making a resurgence in many countries, given its benefits for fitness as well as
prevention of obesity. This trend has spawned many supplements that purport to aid …

Following critical evaluation of the available literature to date, The International Society of
Sports Nutrition (ISSN) position regarding caffeine intake is as follows: Supplementation with …

Background Consumption of pre-workout dietary supplements by both recreational and
competitive athletes has increased dramatically in recent years. The purpose of this study …

The aim of this investigation was to determine the efficacy of a caffeine-containing energy
drink to improve physical performance of elite field hockey players during a game. On 2 days …

A sound nutritional plan is essential for achieving and maintaining optimal athletic
performance. In addition to daily meal planning, a sports nutritionist pays special attention to …

The nutritional intake of elite athletes is a critical determinant of their athletic performance
and ability to compete both physically and mentally. However, their demanding training and …

Athletes' nutritional needs are principally determined by their training load (the intensity×
frequency× duration of daily workouts) and body mass. Analyses of the diets of track and …

Aims Sports drinks, when used by adult athletes, can have significant performance benefits.
Sports drinks provide carbohydrates, electrolytes and fluids to the body, and help the body …