Nutrition for Exercise Science, second edition, presents the ever-evolving science of nutrition in an accessible format to enable a high level of understanding of how to best apply the science to athletes in different sports, genders, ages, and environments. The second edition integrates the current science/nutrition guidelines with the ultimate goal of enabling a high level of performance through optimized training and recovery, while reducing health and injury risks.
Dan Benardot is full professor at Georgia State University. His primary area of expertise is sports nutrition, with a research emphasis in energy balance and nutrition issues related to young athletes.