Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (May 2004)

ISSN Exercise & Sport Nutrition Review: Research & Recommendations

  • Mendel Ron,
  • Lowery Lonnie M,
  • Leutholtz Brian,
  • Kleiner Susan M,
  • Kalman Douglas S,
  • Incledon Thomas,
  • Greenwood Mike,
  • Earnest Conrad,
  • Broeder Craig,
  • Antonio Jose,
  • Almada Anthony L,
  • Kreider Richard B,
  • Stout Jeffrey R,
  • Willoughby Darryn S,
  • Ziegenfuss Tim N

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/1550-2783-1-1-1
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 1, no. 1
pp. 1 – 44

Abstract

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Abstract Sport nutrition is a constantly evolving field with literally thousands of research papers published annually. For this reason, keeping up to date with the literature is often difficult. This paper presents a well-referenced overview of the current state of the science related to how to optimize training through nutrition. More specifically, this article discusses: 1.) how to evaluate the scientific merit of nutritional supplements; 2.) general nutritional strategies to optimize performance and enhance recovery; and, 3.) our current understanding of the available science behind weight gain, weight loss, and performance enhancement supplements. Our hope is that ISSN members find this review useful in their daily practice and consultation with their clients.

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