Amino Acids and Proteins for the Athlete: The Anabolic Edge (Nutrition in Exercise & Sport)
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Format: Hardcover
From: CRC-Press
Pub. Date: October 1997
From: CRC-Press
Pub. Date: October 1997
Product Details:
Catalog: Book
Release Date: 1997-11-30
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Pages: 272
Ean: 9780849381935
Isbn: 0849381932
Catalog: Book
Release Date: 1997-11-30
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Pages: 272
Ean: 9780849381935
Isbn: 0849381932
ABOUT THE BOOK
EDITORIAL REVIEW
Protein, and the amino acids of which it is composed, is an important part of athletes diets, and the subject of a great deal of discussion and controversy. Amino Acids and Protein for the AthleteThe Anabolic Edge is the first single volume devoted to this important topic. In addition to basic information about protein and amino acids, this very timely book describes the anabolic effects of high-protein diets, the values of different food proteins, the differences among various protein foods, the advantages of specific proteins, processes to maximize the value of protein, and the biological and pharmacological effects of certain amino acids. A world-caliber athlete for two decades, Dr. Di Pasquale has won the World Championship and dozens of national and international competitions, including the World Games, Pan American Games, North American Championships, and Canadian Championships, all in the game of powerlifting. Written by this recognized expert on sports nutrition, the book will appeal to both sports professionals who need to maximize strength and endurance and weekend warriors who want to understand the science behind the role of amino acids and protein in athletic performance.
USER REVIEWS
"This is a terrific book. Yes, it's technical, but if you managed to get through moderately advanced High School science courses, or if you hacked college, don't sweat it, you'll get it. Di Pasquale--an M.D.--gives much in-depth, detailed information on the metabolism, physiological effects of, and potential for excercise enhancement of amino acids, proteins, and their effect on body hormones. Di Pasquale knows that the reader wants to apply the information to athletic performance. He talks about both anaerobic and aerobic excercise, but since he is a former powerlifting champion, he zeroes in on anaerobic excercise (e.g., bodybuilding, powerlifting), which is very refreshing. You also get summary detail toward the end of the book that gives sample supplement doses and critical timing of dosing to maximize results. Di Pasquale also weighs in on other non-amino acid supplements that affect anabolism (or purport to) such as Pyruvate, HMB, etc. (There's no info on steroids, so forget about that.) Overall a terrific advance for bodybuilders and worth it if you want to get away from all the hype and zero in on some science. This book is for the thinking bodybuider. Naturals, in particular, have much to gain."
~ Written on 2001-07-03
~ Written on 2001-07-03
"This book, while a bit technical, is not beyond the understanding of anyone with even the slightest knowledge of nutrition. It is comprehensive, well documented, and offers a total explanation about how protein and amino acids interact with exercise to promote muscular development. It is the best book on the subject in current existence."
~ Written on 2000-08-05
~ Written on 2000-08-05
"This book had good points and bad points.some of the information contained was applicable for self educated bodybuilders but unfortunately for the most part their was a plethora of technical information that is difficult to comprehend.I have the upmost admiration for mauro di pasquale but i feel this book was written with medical practitioners in mind and not average bodybuilders"
~ Written on 2000-04-14
~ Written on 2000-04-14
"Not just what to take but how and when to take it. You must learn when and how to take supplements for them to benifit you."
~ Written on 1999-09-17
~ Written on 1999-09-17