Learning from Olympians: Suzie Tuffey Riewald As an athlete, you were undoubtedly one of the 4 billion people that watched the recent Olympic Games in Beijing. This article takes a look at some of the outstanding performances of the '08 Olympics, and how proper mental skills played into the performances. Fitness Frontlines: G. Gregory Haff The latest news from the field on milk ingestion and endurance performance, ß-alanine supplementation and body composition, whey protein supplementation and fat loss, and the effect of vitamin C and E supplementation on high intensity performance. Body Composition & Its Affects on the Sports Performance Spectrum: Dawn Weatherwax-Fall Take a closer look at body composition and its affect on performance. Included are recommended guidelines and a discussion on different methods for predicting body composition. Do Athletes Maintaining Healthy, Well-Balanced Diets Really Need Nutritional Supplements? Donovan T. Santas This article looks at the need for athletes to appropriately supplement a well-balanced, whole food-based diet for optimal nutrient levels, and discusses the current use of supplements by athletes. Nutritional Quality vs. Nutritional Quantity: Properly Fueling Athletes for Optimal Performance: Kyle Brown Looking at the label does not always guarantee you are buying a nutritious product. This article discusses how to look beyond the label and find foods that not only are healthy, but can better fuel your performance. Does Your Diet Pass Muster? Debra Wein Take a look at five basic tenets for a good diet, and how you can easily determine your caloric requirements. Recognizing Disordered Eating Habits in Athletes: Jason Brumitt The prevalence of disordered eating in female athletes has been estimated to be as high as 62%, whereas 33% of male athletes may demonstrate behaviors associated with disordered eating. The purpose of this article is to present the signs and symptoms associated with disordered eating. Ten Simple Things to Remember for Optimal Nutrition: Amanda Carlson Nutrition does not have to be complicated. These ten simple things can help you start eating better immediately.
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