D. Enette Larson-Meyer

Maximize your vegetarian or vegan diet for optimal sport performance. Join the growing number of athletes who incorporate a plant-based diet when training or recovering from competition to maintain their competitive edge. In Plant-Based Sports Nutrition, Second Edition, you can explore nutrition guidelines, find new recipes, and get guidance from experts. Planning nutrient intake is vital for athletes, and a vegan or vegetarian diet can provide the nutrients needed to meet your goals. The authors of Plant-Based Sports Nutrition are registered dietitians and plant-based athletes themselves, so they understand the importance of fueling for athletes who adhere to plant-based diets. Citing over 700 studies, this text explores how plant products can help you fuel better and live longer. New elements in the second edition include these: New information on nutrition guidelines 8 new recipes, for a total of 34 Updated research throughout the book A new Key Takeaways for Athletes section at the end of each chapter Additional snack and food recommendations A full-color interior You will find guidance on how to get the proper amounts of all essential macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals while considering your personal caloric needs. Recipes to use for training, event, and everyday nutrition needs are included, and tailored meal plans serve as a great reference to implement fully or adjust for your needs. Explore nutrient timing and relative energy deficiency syndrome (RED-S) as well as how to meet protein and amino acid requirements while doing light, moderate, or intense training for your sport. Use Plant-Based Sports Nutrition, Second Edition, to add variety, boost performance, and ensure you are getting all the nutrients you need to excel in your sport—all while relying on foods and beverages made without animal products. Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.

Every day an increasing number of athletes incorporate a plant-based diet when training or recovering from competition. Plant-Based Sports Nutrition offers you guidance on how to effectively fuel your training and competition through a plant-based diet. The authors draw on their years of experience working with plant-based athletes to offer you a reliable and complete guide on how, when and why you need to plan your nutrient intake to maximise nutrition. This you make smarter decisions about fueling your body to ensure you have the energy and stamina to boost your training and excel during competition. This comprehensive guide features inspirational stories from successful plant-based athletes. As well as plenty of recipes and meal plans to use for training, event and everyday nutrition needs. The authors also provide details of nutrient timing and relative energy deficiency syndrome (RED-S). There is also information on keto diets, tips of optimizing bone health and iron intake and instructions for making your own fluid-replacement beverages. Whether you are a dedicated vegetarian or vegan looking to add variety to your diet or an athlete searching for a plant-based competitive edge, Plant-Based Sports Nutrition helps you maximise your diet for optimal performance.