Dedication
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Contributing AuthorsPreface
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Basics of Human Nutrition
Chapter 3 Nutrition Myths and Clarifications
Chapter 4 Disordered Eating and Eating Disorders in Athletes
Chapter 5 What IS Hydration? The Physiology of Fluid Absorption
Chapter 6 Supplements
Chapter 7 Eating Optimally for Injury Recovery
Chapter 8 Nutrient Timing
Chapter 9 Special Situations
Chapter 10 ConclusionFinancial Disclosures
Index
Biography
Damon Amato, MS, LAT, CSCS is an Athletic Trainer, Strength Coach, and Nutritionist with 13 years’ experience in the field. With a broad knowledge base in the athletic domain, Damon has trained individuals from stay-at-home moms to mixed martial artists to college team sport athletes. His passion for helping athletes and practitioners alike flows through multiple disciplines, gathering expert resources in all facets of athleticism. With a master’s degree in applied nutrition and a certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, Damon spends most of his time helping high school athletes as the Head Athletic Trainer at the largest public high school in Massachusetts and also teaching performance nutrition courses at the college level.
