Gives a step-by-step analysis of the various categories of Paralympic sport, as well as their physiological and nutritional challenges Presents a review of current sports nutrition principles and practices Provides estimations of energy expenditure and requirements for carbohydrates and fluids Features information on medical issues, pharmacology, and nutrient interactions Covers the use of supplements in athletes with specific reference to studies in athletes with an impairment and issues that may need considering in this population Presents case studies and interviews with an expert panel of scientists, athletes, and coaches Includes practical examples from professionals who have worked with athletes extensively Includes a comprehensive history of sport for athletes with an impairment and classification processes to enable people new to the field to better understand this complex area Reviews methods of assessing body composition with specific reference to considerations for Paralympic athletes Summary Many sports nutrition professionals are challenged by their lack of knowledge of both the functional limitations and the required alterations to training of the athlete with an impairment. In cases where the impairment results in minimal differences in the physiological basis of exercise, sports nutrition principles are easily transferable. However, other impairments such as spinal cord injuries, spina bifida, and cerebral palsy require a very individualized approach to estimations of energy expenditure and carbohydrate and fluid requirements. Sports Nutrition for Paralympic Athletes provides information on the broad subcategories of all physical impairments, along with visual, hearing, and intellectual impairments. Specific areas such as body composition, supplements, and practical issues are discussed comprehensively. Case studies enhance and illustrate a direct and first-hand application to managing Paralympic athletes. Sports nutrition can be the difference in being competitive and making the podium. With the rapidly increasing Paralympic profile, this book will be required reading for professionals endeavoring to give their athletes the competitive edge. This book will challenge and stimulate current and future research in this area to improve the delivery of this intrinsic component of athlete preparation.
- ISBN: 9781466507562
- Editorial: CRC PRESS LLC
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 266
- Fecha Publicación: 14/01/2014
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
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