Food for Rugby - Eat Well, Perform Better

In order to maximise their performance in training and in matches, rugby players need to understand the importance of energy and nutrients and their role in the working of the body. It is also vitally important that they make appropriate food choices and that they eat and drink those foods in the correct quantities. This informative book clearly explains which foods and fluids, when consumed in the right amounts at the correct times, will help players perform to the best of their ability. Food For Rugby will appeal to both Rugby and Union League players at all levels, as well as to their coaches. It provides a commonsense, up to date approach to nutrition for performance and, in a very user-friendly way, explains the latest scientific research on the subject. The author has a wealthy knowledge, what only about what a correct diet can offer players in terms of performance, but also how the relevent advice should be conveyed to them. Moreover, throughout the book a strong emphasis is placed on the fact that the rugby player's diet must be oth enjoyable and practical, and also fit into his/her lifestyle and daily schedule.