The 10 biggest mistakes I still see in sports nutrition
The same amount of carbs every day? Caffeine five minutes before kickoff? Understand the mechanism behind each mistake and decide what to adjust for the next session.
51 pages · 10 illustrated guides · English PDF
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Ten situations. Better-informed decisions.
Each chapter starts with a recurring mistake and builds an explanation through mechanisms, science and practical application. These are the topics in the edition you receive.
The same carbohydrate intake every day
How food intake relates to the weekly training load.
Carbohydrate gel before the warm-up
Timing and the athlete’s individual response.
Caffeine five minutes before a match
Strategy timing and different forms of consumption.
Taking beta-alanine only before training
Consistency over several weeks, muscle carnosine and the type of effort.
Taking casein by default before bed
Daily protein intake, the need for additional protein and nighttime tolerance.
Restrictive diets for weight loss in athletes
Body composition, energy availability and performance.
One liter of water before a match
Building a hydration strategy.
Antioxidant megadoses after training
The context of supplementation and training adaptation.
Post-match fast food to replace calories
The difference between replacing energy and planning recovery.
Alcohol after a match
Recovery, choices and conversations with the athlete.
For people close to sport.
Nutritionists, coaches, strength and conditioning professionals, support teams and athletes who want to study sports nutrition decisions in context.
Ten mistakes and ten adjustments you can put into practice
- Complete 51-page e-book as a PDF in English.
- Ten illustrated guides covering mechanisms, protocols and adjustments.
- Scientific references for every chapter and a one-page summary of all ten mistakes.
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About the author
Rafael Barleze
Rafael Barleze connects sports nutrition, sports science and field experience. In this manual, he brings together situations he still encounters in the routines of athletes and professionals.
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Who is this manual for?
Sports nutritionists, coaches and athletes who want to understand what to adjust in fueling, supplementation and recovery around training and competition.
What does each chapter cover?
An illustrated guide, an explanation of the mechanism and evidence, a practical adjustment and references for further reading.