{"product_id":"nutrition-for-dancers-9781138041158","title":"Nutrition for Dancers","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDancers are top performance athletes on stage  to keep fit and\u003cbr\u003ehealthy proper nutrition is an integral part of an optimal dance\u003cbr\u003etraining. \u003cem\u003eNutrition for Dancers\u003c\/em\u003e provides the principles of nutrition\u003cbr\u003efor dancers of all genres. Authors Liane Simmel and Eva-\u003cbr\u003eMaria Kraft clarify widespread nutritional mistakes and give\u003cbr\u003eadvice on how a healthy diet can be incorporated into the everyday\u003cbr\u003elife of dancers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Nutrition for Dancers boasts an information-packed conciseness, excellent readability, and singular clarity in much of the discussion. The clarity is enhanced by the many text call-outs, practical tips, tables, and diagrams. Dancers will find the text useful.\"\u003cbr\u003e-Journal of Dance Medicine \u0026amp; Science, Vol 23, Number 2 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eGetting started \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 The basics – an overview \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDancing needs energy \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProviding energy – oxygen is key \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDigestion – from food to energy \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarbohydrates as energy providers \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegulating blood sugar\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnergy reserves for dance\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFats as energy providers \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot all fats are alike \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProteins - Building blocks for the body \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuality lies in the combination \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVitamins, Minerals, \u0026amp; key micronutrients \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVitamins and phytonutrients \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMinerals: macro-minerals and trace elements \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Drinking – Fluids are crucial \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater and its significance for the dancer \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerspiration – an intelligent cooling system \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dangers of lacking fluids \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe right drink \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelection criteria \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandle with care! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. What? The agony of choice \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDaily requirements – recommendations for planning your diet \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBreakfast – getting off to a good start \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCold breakfasts \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWarm breakfasts \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMain meals - the basis of fitness \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \"plate of thirds\" – healthy nutrition at a glance \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSnacks – energy on the go \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePractice makes perfect – some general information \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther senses enjoy the meal, too. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWarm or cold?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSugar – a How-To?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComfort Foods \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFood in balance – a planning aid \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDietary Supplements – healthy or unhealthy? \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf things don’t run smoothly – digestive problems and food allergies \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDigestion is work \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFood intolerance \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. When? Timing is everything \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEating around a dancer’s schedule\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore dancing: stock up on energy \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile dancing: maintain your energy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter dancing: accelerate regeneration \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA daily meal plan\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReality can be a different story \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo time, no space \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorking evenings \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5. How? Healthy nutrition as a daily routine\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreparation is key – shop with a plan \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWriting a grocery list \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNavigating the offers \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReading labels \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeasonal and regional \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrganic– yes or no? \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Free of\" and \"diet\" products – the power of advertising \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCooking tips for everyday life\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe right amount of water\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOil – a How-To? \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHealthy toppings – sprouts, seeds, and co. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHomemade or ready meals? \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEating out \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e6. Fit and slim – a challenge for dancers \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow many calories does a dancer need? \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour basic energy needs \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour total energy needs – movement is key \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFigure and body composition \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBMI – the Body Mass Index \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBody fat – an unloved necessity \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaintaining body fat \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMuch ado about weighing \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDancing influences one’s weight \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDancing influences one’s diet \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA new living situation alters one’s diet \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePutting dieting to the test\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDropping weight too quickly – the body’s emergency plan \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow to lose weight the healthy way \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEating disorders – awareness is key \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCauses, risk factors, triggers \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIs this still normal? – warning signs of an eating disorder \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoiding eating disorders – tips for the dance world \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e7. Synoptic of foods and nutrients \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAppendix \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLiterature \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRecommended web links \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eContact addresses for eating disorders \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegister \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndex\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51019450909015,"sku":"9781138041158","price":35.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781138041158.jpg?v=1750780309","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/nutrition-for-dancers-9781138041158","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}