A Revolutionary Program to Extend Your Physical and Mental Performance Envelope. Our recent book 'The Art and Science of Low Carbohydrate Living' was written for health care professionals, championing the benefits of carbohydrate restriction to manage insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and type-2 diabetes. In response, our athlete friends asked "What about us?" This companion book is our answer, and it could be titled: 'The Art and Science of Avoiding the BONK'. But actually, it is much much more than that. The keto-adapted athlete benefits from superior fuel flow not only when nearing glycogen depletion, but also during training, recovery, and in response to resistance exercise as well. "On a well designed ketogenic diet as recommended by Jeff and Steve, I consume up to 4200 Calories per day while maintaining 6-7% body fat. This transformation has increased my power to mass ratio and allows a high level of performance in a range of activities. Equally if not more important is the efficiency with which I operate in every facet of my life. My energy level in the keto-adapted state is constant and nver undulates." Tony Ricci, MS, CSCS, LDN, CISSN, CNS. High Performance Coach/Sports Nutritionist
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Jeff Volek is a dietitian-scientist who has spent 15 years studying diet and exercise effects on health and performance. He has held an academic position at Ball State University and is currently an associate professor at the University of Connecticut. Dr. Volek has contributed to 3 books, 2 patents, and over 200 papers. He received his dietetic training at Michigan State University and Penrose St Francis Hospital and his PhD in Exercise Physiology from Penn State University. Steve Phinney is a physician-scientist who has spent 35 years studying diet, exercise, fatty acids, and inflammation. He has held academic positions at the Universities of Vermont, Minnesota, and California at Davis, as well as leadership positions at Monsanto, Galileo Laboratories, and Efficas. Dr. Phinney has published over 70 papers and several patents. He received his MD from Stanford University, his PhD in Nutritional Biochemistry from MIT, and post-doctoral training at the University of Vermont and Harvard.
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By hmb_UK
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While there are authorative works on low carb approach in general (see Gary Taubes and Loren Cordain in particular), this book fills an important gap for athletes. It is written in an engaging style, with enough science to be convincing but without being too long. It explains why a low-carb approach makes perfect sense even for those undertaking endurance effort, particularly why carbs are not necessary during or after exercise in those adapted to this type of diet. Much advice for athletes in the past advocated switching to carbohydrates in training while reducing their intake in other times. Authors provide practical advice, including specific recipes, on how to personalise a low card diet and ensure adequate intake of micronutrients. A very good read and an invaluable short practical reference.
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By B. Blackburn
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This book is a must for anyone interested in low carbohydrate dieting. No,it is a absolute must read for anyone interested in nutrition.
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This (kindle) book is short and eay to read. It is probably the best explanation of the low carb rationale that I have read, and quotes research on athletic populations. The only addition I would like to see would be sample menus for athletes, the sample menu pdf it links to is in the region of 1800 to 2000 kcals a day, much lower than the amount the authors say they are eating. For only £3.99 you can't go wrong buying this, even if you decide not to adopt a low carb approach it is an interesting read.
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Pithy, and a great starter for ten.
I bought this because I wanted to read about low carbohydrate diets for athletes and must confess to approaching the topic with a considerable amount of scepticism. Read more
Published 6 days ago by December Hare
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Within a month I rode 300km without eating!
I went through the keto adaption phase and then did my next audax bike ride totally food free. 300km is 190 miles. I wasn't even hungry at the end! Read more
Published 23 days ago by Mr. David Wyant
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All you need to know
I've been eating a ketogenic diet/LCHF (≤ 5 E% carbs, 15-20 E% protein and 75-80 E% fat) for appr. 15 months now and haven't been in a better physical shape in my entire adult... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Stefan Olofsson
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Fills that niche for low carb in endurance athletes
There are quite a few good books on low carb diets and their benefits for the general population, reducing metabolic syndrome etc. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Bookwormrunner
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Interesting
A very quick & interesting read which as the tin says, explains the science adequately. Will also be purchasing the previous version.
Published 2 months ago by Eamon G. Mccann
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A short, interesting and well written book
The book describes in some detail how and why endurance athletes might want to go ketogenic
I had expected more info relevant for strength and power athletes - which is the... Read more
I had expected more info relevant for strength and power athletes - which is the... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Frederik
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Changed the way I eat and improved my performance!
An excellent book, after reading about ultra runners following low carb diets and being able to run longer without having to rely on energy gels and the likelihood of digestive... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Matt
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Can't wait to read the book! :-)
Can't wait to read the book! :-). I have been eating a low-carb diet for almost a month now and can certainly feel my endurance levels are better
Published 6 months ago by Mienke
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