The book "Nutrition and Performance in Elderly Athletes" has been recently published

SSRI publishing office has released the book Nutrition and Performance in Elderly Athletes.

According to the public relations department, the book Nutrition and Performance in Elderly Athletes, authored by Peter R. J. Reaburn, scientifically edited by Dr. Abbasali Gaeini, and translated by Dr. Hadi Rouhani (faculty member at the Sports Science Research Institute), Dr. Ali Akbar Jahandideh (PhD graduate in sports physiology), Zohreh Rashid Rahavard, and Ferya Salehpour, has recently been published by Padina Publishing, the collaborative publisher of the Sports Science Research Institute. The book is in a large format (17.5 x 25 cm), illustrated, 504 pages, and priced at 600,000 Tomans.

Summary of the Preface
This book was written with the aim of compiling up-to-date knowledge on nutrition and performance for elderly and veteran athletes. Dr. Reaburn, inspired by Professor John Sutton’s book Sports Medicine for the Mature Athlete, tries to bridge the gap between academic research and practical application. Each chapter is written by international experts and includes three key sections: practical points for sports medicine specialists, practical points for coaches and athletes, and future research directions. The ultimate goal is to promote exercise among the elderly and help improve their performance and quality of life through nutrition and scientific training.

The book consists of 18 chapters, whose titles are as follows:

Physiological changes affecting the nutritional needs of elderly athletes

Physiological changes affecting the performance of elderly athletes

Energy requirements of elderly athletes

Carbohydrate requirements of elderly athletes

Fat requirements of elderly athletes

Protein requirements of elderly athletes

Vitamins requirements of elderly athletes

Mineral requirements of elderly athletes

Hydration, fluids, and electrolytes for elderly athletes

Supplement use in elderly athletes

Ergogenic aids for elderly athletes

Nutrients, health, and chronic diseases in elderly athletes

Drug-nutrient interactions in elderly athletes

Training and nutrition for endurance elderly athletes

Training and nutrition for ultra-endurance elderly athletes

Training and nutrition for speed elderly athletes

Training and nutrition for strength/power elderly athletes

Training and nutrition for elderly team sport athletes

How to purchase the book:

Online purchase of other publications from the Sports Science Research Institute: pub.ssrc.ac.ir

In-person visit: Tehran, Enghelab Square, beginning of South Kargar Street, Rashtchi Alley, No. 7, Unit 3, Padina Publishing
Phone: +98 21 77421757, +98 21 66949115 ext. 117