Eating Plans to Cut Body Fat, Gain Muscle, and Prepare for Competition

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Author(s): Dipali Saxena (Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwadyalaya, India)and Akash Dass (Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, India)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 40
Source title: Examining Physiology, Nutrition, and Body Composition in Sports Science
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Ayan Chatterjee (School of Health Science and Technology, Medhavi Skills University, India)and Tanmay Sarkar (Department of Food Processing Technology, Malda Polytechnic, India & West Bengal State Council of Technical Education, Government of West Bengal, Malda, India)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-6317-1.ch005

Keywords: Medical Information Science Reference / Medicine & Healthcare / Nutrition & Food Science / Sports Medicine

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This chapter delves into the intricate relationship between dietary strategies and athletic performance, focusing on the pivotal role of nutrition in achieving optimal body composition and readiness for competition. It explores the principles and methodologies behind eating plans designed to reduce body fat percentage while simultaneously promoting muscle gain, a delicate balance crucial for enhancing athletic performance. The chapter investigates the roles of numerous nutrients required for a healthy diet, such as carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, water, vitamins, and minerals, emphasizing their overall impact on health and athletic performance. Furthermore, the chapter discusses the dietary requirements for athletic competition preparation, including diet adjustment for weight class aims, pre- and post-competition meals, and the critical importance of staying hydrated during the competing cycle.

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