Biochemistry for Sport and Exercise Metabolism 2e

An introductory textbook on sport and exercise biochemistry and muscle metabolism that examines the essence of the biochemistry of the macronutrients and how exercise mode, intensity, and duration, training status, and nutritional status affect the regulation of energy-producing pathways. It also includes an overview of energy metabolism, skeletal muscle structure and function, and related biochemical concepts, carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins, metabolism, regulation of metabolism, and factors that can influence metabolism, and fatigue. The Second Edition reflects some of the latest advances in the field, with new content on metabolic regulation and adaptations to high-intensity and strength exercise, endurance exercise, and intermittent exercise. It features learning objectives, keywords, and key points in each chapter to aid in reader comprehension and reinforce information retention.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 20 April 2023
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Biochemistry for Sport and Exercise Metabolism, an introductory textbook on sport and exercise biochemistry and muscle metabolism, delves into the intricate realm of macronutrient biochemistry, exploring how exercise mode, intensity, duration, training status, and nutritional status influence the regulation of energy-producing pathways. Written by two highly qualified authors, this textbook offers a comprehensive overview of energy metabolism, skeletal muscle structure and function, and related biochemical concepts, including carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. It covers metabolism regulation, factors that can influence metabolism, and fatigue.

The Second Edition of this textbook has been revised and updated to reflect the latest advances in the field. It includes new content on metabolic regulation and adaptations to high-intensity, strength, endurance, and intermittent exercise. Furthermore, a new chapter on biochemical techniques provides valuable background on how reported metabolic changes during exercise are achieved.

To aid in reader comprehension and information retention, this textbook features learning objectives, keywords, and key points in each chapter. It discusses various sample topics, such as how the energy supply for muscle contraction is achieved from carbohydrates, lipids, and protein, the mechanisms of muscle contraction, regulation of the energy systems providing energy for exercise, and techniques for exercise metabolism, including respirator.

By providing a thorough understanding of the biochemistry of sport and exercise metabolism, Biochemistry for Sport and Exercise Metabolism equips readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to develop training and nutrition programs that maximize athletic performance. Whether you are a sports enthusiast, fitness professional, or researcher, this textbook is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in optimizing human performance through the science of biochemistry.

Dimension: 244 x 170 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119605041