Product Description

When "The Paleo Diet" was published, advocating a return to the diet of our ancestors (high protein, plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables) the book received brilliant reviews from medical and nutritional communities. Jennie Brand-Mill co-author of the bestselling "Glucose Revolution", called it "without a doubt the most nutritious diet on the planet". Now Dr. Cordain joins with USA triathlon and cycling coach Joe Friel to adapt the Paleo diet to the needs of athletes. The authors show: why the typical athletic diet (top-heavy with grains, starches, and refined sugars) is detrimental to recovery, performance, and health; how the glycemic load and acid-base balance impedes performance; and why consumption of starches and simple sugars are only beneficial in the immediate post-exercise period. At every level of competition, "The Paleo Diet for Athletes" can maximize performance in a range of endurance sports.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #15736 in Books
• Published on: 2005-11-21
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 288 pages

Customer Reviews

Good book, but a bit hard going.
An interesting book, but as I said in my title, it's quite hard going and sometimes I find myself switching off. I tend to like books that are in reference type sections and are easy to refer to, but this is a bit laboured. The author is obviously a clever guy, but I wanted a book which wasn't such a chore to read.

good sense
As a nutritional therapist, I have major concerns over diets that exclude certain food groups. This book however addresses many issues that I have had with other programmes. Well thought out for the endurance trainer. Anyone working out for less than 2 hours a day need not apply.