Te sixth edition of Sports Nutrition: A Handbook for Professionals is an evidence-based complete reference manual written by experienced sports dietitians and others with acclaimed expertise in their respective practice areas. Te unique feature of this manual is the focus on key takeaways at the end of every chapter to guide the reader on how to apply the principles presented. Balancing the evidence-based information with practical application points will be valuable for all professionals interested in the health and perfor- mance of athletes, including sports medicine professionals, sports dietitians, athletic and fitness trainers, coaches, and educators. Tis edition provides a comprehensive overview of the expected core topics, such as nutrition assess-
ment, energy balance, macronutrient and micronutrient basics, and body composition, and it also includes emerging areas of interest. Some of these newly featured topics include detailed discussions on nine endurance events, emerging areas of opportunity for the sports registered dietitian nutritionist, the gut microbiome, and the most recent considerations in weight management. Your understanding of sports nutrition practice will undoubtedly grow, and you will benefit from own-
ing this sixth edition. I strongly recommend this as the best sports nutrition reference manual available and an absolute must for your professional library! Tis copy will replace the lovingly worn and repeatedly highlighted fiſth edition in my own library. I can’t wait to startreading this edition again in its published format!
Hope Barkoukis, PhD, RDN, LD Interim Department Chair and Associate Professor School of Medicine, Nutrition Department Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH