Amino Acids and Proteins for the Athlete: The Anabolic Edge (Nutrition in Exercise & Sport) [Hardcover]

Mauro G. di Pasquale (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0849381932 | ISBN-13: 978-0849381935 | Publication Date: November 30, 1997 | Edition: 1

Protein, and the amino acids of which it is composed, is an important part of athletes diets, and the subject of a great deal of discussion and controversy. Amino Acids and Protein for the AthleteThe Anabolic Edge is the first single volume devoted to this important topic. In addition to basic information about protein and amino acids, this very timely book describes the anabolic effects of high-protein diets, the values of different food proteins, the differences among various protein foods, the advantages of specific proteins, processes to maximize the value of protein, and the biological and pharmacological effects of certain amino acids. A world-caliber athlete for two decades, Dr. Di Pasquale has won the World Championship and dozens of national and international competitions, including the World Games, Pan American Games, North American Championships, and Canadian Championships, all in the game of powerlifting. Written by this recognized expert on sports nutrition, the book will appeal to both sports professionals who need to maximize strength and endurance and weekend warriors who want to understand the science behind the role of amino acids and protein in athletic performance.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“… nothing in the field comes close to the scale of information this book offers. … a valuable reference for personal trainers, nutrition advisors, coaches or any athlete who wants to be fully informed about the way protein and amino acids operate in the body. …”
—Jerry Brainum, writing in Iron Man Magazine, July 2008 --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 272 pages
• Publisher: CRC-Press; 1 edition (November 30, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0849381932
• ISBN-13: 978-0849381935
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,570,847 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! Just What I Was Looking For., July 2, 2001

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This review is from: Amino Acids and Proteins for the Athlete: The Anabolic Edge (Nutrition in Exercise & Sport) (Hardcover)

This is a terrific book. Yes, it's technical, but if you managed to get through moderately advanced High School science courses, or if you hacked college, don't sweat it, you'll get it. Di Pasquale--an M.D.--gives much in-depth, detailed information on the metabolism, physiological effects of, and potential for excercise enhancement of amino acids, proteins, and their effect on body hormones. Di Pasquale knows that the reader wants to apply the information to athletic performance. He talks about both anaerobic and aerobic excercise, but since he is a former powerlifting champion, he zeroes in on anaerobic excercise (e.g., bodybuilding, powerlifting), which is very refreshing. You also get summary detail toward the end of the book that gives sample supplement doses and critical timing of dosing to maximize results. Di Pasquale also weighs in on other non-amino acid supplements that affect anabolism (or purport to) such as Pyruvate, HMB, etc. (There's no info on steroids, so forget about that.) Overall a terrific advance for bodybuilders and worth it if you want to get away from all the hype and zero in on some science. This book is for the thinking bodybuider. Naturals, in particular, have much to gain.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent information, August 5, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Amino Acids and Proteins for the Athlete: The Anabolic Edge (Nutrition in Exercise & Sport) (Hardcover)

This book, while a bit technical, is not beyond the understanding of anyone with even the slightest knowledge of nutrition. It is comprehensive, well documented, and offers a total explanation about how protein and amino acids interact with exercise to promote muscular development. It is the best book on the subject in current existence.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have book for any kind of Fitness Performance!!!, June 15, 2010

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This review is from: Amino Acids and Proteins for the Athlete: The Anabolic Edge, Second Edition (Nutrition in Exercise & Sport) (Hardcover)

I can go on and on of how incredible this book is but I will make this review short. This book covers all areas of using proper nutrition to improve athletic performance and cosmetic looks. The author is extremely credentialed being a physician and world champion in power lifting. I've seen a picture of him when he was forty and he was muscular and ripped to the bone so he does walk the walk. Also I have used his diet and have seen incredible results. Parts of the book can become a little complex but take your time and re-read. In short, this book is super-packed with knowledge, not to mention five thousand references which shows how the author put his heart and soul into this book for us to not only enjoy reading but to help us go beyond your aspiration of what ever fitness goal we have in mind. I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone who wants to drastically improve in sports and fitness.