Eat Smart, Play Hard

Eat Smart, Play Hard spells out precisely what active people need to eat to achieve maximum fitness and perform at their best. Unlike other nutrition books on the market, this is not a weight-loss diet--nor is it targeted toward a specific sport. Rather, it is aimed at active people of all levels of ability, from occasional athletes to serious competitors. Dr. Applegate debunks several widely held myths. Readers will learn, among other things, that: eating before a workout burns more calories than fasting; chocolate contains the same heart-helping antioxidants as red wine; and taboo' foods like red meat, milk, and fat contain nutrients that are essential to maintaining an active lifestyle. Eating programs are offered for different fitness goals, from pre- and post-workout meals to eating for maximum strength, to boost energy, to lose weight--even weekend warriors have specific needs. Nutritional charts help readers choose among the myriad of new sports nutrition products, including drinks, energy bars, and energy gels that have flooded today's marketplace. Complete with recipes, Eat Smart, Play Hard will help readers easily adopt the best eating habits to keep them in top shape.