The Athlete's Gut is an in-depth look at a system that plagues many athletes. This guide offers a much-needed resource for troubleshooting GI problems.
The majority of endurance athletes suffer from some kind of gut problem during training and competition. Symptoms like nausea, cramping, bloating, side stitches, and the need to defecate can negatively impact an athlete's performance. Why are gut problems so common during exercise? And what can athletes do to prevent and manage gut symptoms that occur during training and competition?
The Athlete's Gut makes sense of the complicated gastrointestinal tract and offers solutions to the tummy troubles that keep athletes from enjoying and excelling in their sport. Written by Patrick Wilson, professor of exercise science and registered dietitian, this gut guide for athletes combines the latest research on exercise and the gut with humorous descriptions and relatable stories. Athletes will better understand the inner workings of their own gut and will be equipped to make the needed changes to diet and exercise to perform—and feel—better.
Author(s): Patrick Wilson, PhD, RD
Publisher: VeloPress
Year: 2020
Language: English
Commentary: Science of Digestion, Nutrition, and Stomach Distress
Pages: 320
Tags: Science of Digestion, Nutrition, and Stomach Distress
Introduction
Part 1
GUT FUNCTION AND THE EFFECTS OF EXERCISE
01Gut Anatomy and Physiology
02The Origins of Gut Symptoms
Part 2
NUTRITION AND THE ATHLETE’S GUT
03Energy
04Carbohydrate
05Fat
06Protein
07Fluid and Hydration
08Sodium
09Training the Gut
10Dietary Supplements
Part 3
PSYCHOLOGY AND THE ATHLETE’S GUT
11Stress and Anxiety
12Managing Stress and Anxiety
Appendix A: Gastrointestinal Disorders
Appendix B: Medications Affecting the Gut
Acknowledgments
Notes
Index
About the Author