New Strategies in Sport Nutrition: Enhancing Exercise Performance
A special issue of Nutrients (ISSN 2072-6643). This special issue belongs to the section "Nutrition and Metabolism".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 August 2024 | Viewed by 97
Special Issue Editors
Interests: muscle damage; performance; personal diets; sport disciplines
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Interests: functional foods; oxidative stress; sport recovery; supplements
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In the ever-evolving field of sports nutrition, cutting-edge strategies are emerging to optimize athletic performance and recovery. One innovative approach involves personalized nutrition plans tailored to individual athletes based on their genetic makeup, metabolic rate, and specific training needs. Precision nutrition, endorsed by advancements in genetic testing and analytics, allows for customized dietary recommendations that go beyond the one-size-fits-all approach. Additionally, there is a growing emphasis on the timing of nutrient intake, with a focus on nutrient periodization to align nutrition with an athlete's training and competition schedule. This involves adjusting macronutrient ratios and caloric intake during different training phases to maximize energy availability and support recovery. Furthermore, the integration of functional foods and supplements, such as plant-based protein sources and targeted micronutrients, is gaining traction for its potential to enhance performance and reduce inflammation. As sports nutrition continues to evolve, remaining abreast of these novel strategies is essential for athletes and practitioners alike.
Prof. Dr. Alberto Caballero
Prof. Dr. Enrique Roche
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- sports nutrition
- athletic performance
- sport recovery
- supplements
- energy availability
- personal diets
- oxidative stress
