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Optimum Sports Nutrition (Paperback)

by Michael Colgan (Author)
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  • Paperback: 562 pages
  • Publisher: Advanced Research Press Inc.,U.S. (May 1999)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0962484059
  • ISBN-13: 978-0962484056
  • Product Dimensions: 22.6 x 15.2 x 3.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 96,096 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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A nutrional guide to direct athletes, bodybuilders, and other serious and fitness-conscious consumers. This book provides the do's and don'ts, and the whys and hows of optimal athletic performance. It presents scientific information in an easy-to-read and understand format, covers the best supplements, and what's effective and what's not. It offers 600 pages on peak-performance nutrition, vitamins, minerals, herbs, antioxidant and protein supplements, discusses how to carbohydrate-load without drugs, and how to prolong workouts for maximum results. It presents the facts on anabolic steriods, diuretics, amphetamines and other abused drugs, and tells how to develop a personalized sports nutrition programme.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Classic. This is the definitive work for sports nutrition, 7 Jul 1998
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An incisive work. Required reading. Supported by an extensive bibliography, this book provides all the information you need regarding athletic performance and nutrition. And it's spelled out in exquisite detail. I've been reading sports nutrition books/articles for years and this book is the finest I've ever come across. For those who voice concern regarding his support of Twinlab products? His ethics regarding nutrition are above reproach as evidenced by the information in this book, and the honesty of his writing. I am a natural bodybuilder and can attest to their quality. And I am neither on Twinlabs nor Colgan's payroll. At this price this book is a steal. Buy it!!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Dated but still one of the best, 27 Jul 2006
Colgon really should update this text, it was my bible as an athlete during late 90's and to be honest even then it was dated. Also some of his views on certain things (creatine comes to mind) have been disproved somewhat.

However, other than that (and the guys promotion of a certain brand) it actually DELIVERS THE GOODS. This book can... I repeat can... really turn your performance from good to excellent.

Returning to competitive rowing (at 42) might sound crazy. However my first thought was... Colgon... I can do it.. but I need the best.. and he delivers that.

My advice to him is to update this book and it would be a bestseller amongst athletes, who already consider this one of the finest works on the market. Its a mystery why he can't spend a few weeks just redoing some of the outdated stuff and give us some more wisdom.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Very detailed, perhaps too much so, 29 Nov 2000
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A very thorough book, in fact it will be far too thorough for most competitors. For example, your average man in the street hasn't got the time or money to be training, sleeping and taking specific amino acids according to the schedules set out in the section on anabolics. Nevertheless there is much in here which will benefit anybody at any level.

Dr Colgan is very sure that he is right and everybody else is wrong, and is quite emotional in his assertions. Certainly much in here goes against what many mainstream sports nutritionists claim, but what Dr Colgan says is generally quite believable, even if he is plugging his lab's products all the time.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Ahead of his time
This is quite simply the most advanced book in its field. Colgan clearly understands the nature of nutrition to a degree that no other scientist on the planet does. Read more
Published on 27 May 2007 by Barry Ley

4.0 out of 5 stars This book enabled my comeback to competitive rowing at 37
I have recently made a comback to competitive rowing at 37 years old. In a sport where people are considered past it at 31, this feels pretty good, and I'm expecting to beat my... Read more
Published on 27 Mar 2000

4.0 out of 5 stars the bible of sports nutrition
I have had this book for years and it is still probably the best book out their on sports nutrition. The reason i give it 4 stars not 5 is because it needs updating. Read more
Published on 24 Feb 2000 by g.noble@acadservices.co.uk

5.0 out of 5 stars THIS IS THE RECIPE FOR WORLD CAHMPIONS!!
USE THIS BOOK AS YOUR BIBLE FOR NUTRITION, AND YOU WILL EXCELL BEYOND YOUR WILDEST EXPECTATIONS AND DREAMS! TAKE THE WORD OF MANY CHAMPIONS!
Published on 31 Aug 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A must for every serious athlete
This book is very informative. I found it to be very helpful in helping the athlete clear the confusion on various subjects, from nutrition, training, or drugs. Read more
Published on 30 Jul 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A must for anyone serious about COMPLETE nutrition
Dr. Colgan brings so many things to light in a very readable manner. Not only can this book benefit athletes, but also anyone concerned about their health.
Published on 19 Jun 1999

4.0 out of 5 stars Clearly explains how nutrition can benefit athletes
Easily understandable without being condesending or incomplete.More than just Vitamin A,B&C , this is a calorie and this is a carb etc. Read more
Published on 15 Jun 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME!
I am infinitly grateful to Michael Colgan for writing this book. I have benefitted immensely from the valuable information provided. Dr. Colgan is a genius.
Published on 14 Jun 1999

4.0 out of 5 stars VERY WORTH IT - EVEN CONSIDERING THE TWINLAB ISSUE
My suspicion is TwinLab products are as good or better than most others out there. But regardless of how you feel about Dr. Read more
Published on 11 May 1999

3.0 out of 5 stars This book was top-notch when published in 1993.
Dr. Colgan's book on nutrition deserved accolades when first published. Since it's publication there has been a wealth of published studies which deserve to be incorporated in... Read more
Published on 23 Feb 1999

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