ACSM's Nutrition for Exercise Science 2nd Edition

An invaluable resource for both exercise science majors and non-majors, ACSM's Nutrition for Exercise Science, 2nd Edition,  demystifies the relationship between nutrition and exercise science and  prepares you to confidently apply concepts to clinical practice.
 
 Drawing on author Dan Benardot's extensive experience as an instructor,  scientist, this engaging, authoritative text delivers an evidence-based  yet accessible exploration of how nutrition impacts various aspects of  active populations, from general health to muscle development, exercise  recovery, injury prevention, and psychological well-being. Real-world  examples and case studies bring difficult concepts to life, equipping  you with the knowledge and confidence to support the nutritional needs  of active populations throughout your healthcare career.

●            NEW! Comparative Case Studies at the end of each chapter  challenge students to apply what they’ve learned to varying active  populations from endurance athletes to power-training athletes to team  sports participants.
●            Practical Application Activity  boxes provide engaging practice assessing diets, analyzing energy  balances, and other professional tasks.
●            Chapter-opening  Case Studies with discussion questions foster the critical thinking  skills essential to real-world application.
●            Important Factors to Consider boxes throughout chapters reinforce critical chapter points.