The Complete Guide to Sports Nutrition is the definitive practical handbook for anyone wanting a performance advantage. What you eat and drink are important considerations when it comes to maximising your sports performance. Whether you are a professional or amateur athlete, or just enjoy regular workouts, well-chosen nutrition strategies can enhance your performance and recovery after exercise. This fully updated and revised edition incorporates the latest cutting-edge research and provides all the tools to help you reach your performance goals. This ninth edition includes accessible guidance on the following topics: * Maximising endurance, strength, performance and recovery * How to calculate your optimal energy, carbohydrate and protein requirements * Advice on improving body composition * The most popular sports supplements * Relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) and eating disorders * Hydration strategies to prevent hypohydration and overhydration * Specific advice for masters athletes, young athletes and plant-based athletes * Nutrition strategies to prepare for competition * Immune health and recovery from injury * Gut health and how to avoid gut problems during exercise.