A structured and disciplined training regimen is vital to any up-and-coming athlete--but without proper nutrition, you are just spinning your wheels. Sports Nutrition for Young Adults introduces you to the essential role nutrition plays in order to excel no matter the sport. Whether you're a competitive swimmer with Olympic dreams or a high school running back looking to become a gridiron great, the road to becoming a champion begins with good eating habits.

Maximize your performance on and off the field with tasty, nutrient-rich recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Along with protein-packed variations of classics like pancakes and mac 'n' cheese, this book offers up selections for particular nutritional needs within various diets, including vegetarian, vegan, ketogenic, gluten-free, and paleo.

Sports Nutrition for Young Adults includes:

• All meals covered--These sports nutrition dishes cover pre-activity, game day, and recovery periods.
• Whole foods--The recipes take a clean eating approach so you can get the most out of what you eat.
• Beyond eating--Includes essential tips for both general fitness and sport-specific dietary needs.