Books on Nutrition, Protein & Weight Training for Weight Loss

Books on Nutrition, Protein & Weight Training for Weight Loss
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Weight loss and weight training are discussed together in many books geared for both athletes and those interested in maintaining health through fitness. Proper protein and nutrition is needed to build strong bodies, according to Michele Macedonio, author and sports nutritionist. Maintaining body mass by weight training enables many people to lose weight more easily by creating muscles that burn fat more quickly she advises.

Weight Training Workouts and Diet Plan that Work

"Weight Training Workouts and Diet Plan that Work" by James Orvis was published in 2008. The author, a personal trainer, explains exercises and diet plans to help lose weight and gain muscle strength. Readers learn how to eat small nutritionally packed meals including protein shakes, along with exercises for fat burning.

The Athlete's Guide to Making Weight

"The Athlete's Guide to Making Weight" is written by two sport dietitians. Their advice covers nutritional requirements for muscle building or weight loss, as well as exercise suggestions. The authors discuss body composition and nutrition and guide their suggestions to over 20 different sports and the body type needed for each.

Feed Muscle, Shrink Fat Diet

"Feed Muscle, Shrink Fat Diet" was written by Kathy Smith, fitness trainer. Smith is also the author of numerous exercise and fitness books and this volume rounds out her fitness suggestions with a diet and eating plan that feeds the muscles of the body and helps shrink fat. The 256-page book suggests adding protein and fiber to the diet and provides easy-to-follow recipes.

This Is Why You're Fat

Jackie Warner is the author of "This Is Why You're Fat (And How to Get Thin Forever): Eat More, Cheat More, Lose More--and Keep the Weight Off." He is a fitness trainer who discusses nutrition and fitness in this 320-page hard backed book. The diet is augmented with a quick 20-minute exercise regime that is meant to burn fat and build muscle.

The Anti-Aging Plan

Dr. Roy Walford has been a proponent of restricted calorie eating and is the author of "The Anti-Aging Plan: The Nutrient-Rich, Low-Calorie Way of Eating for a Longer Life--The Only Diet Scientifically Proven to Extend Your Healthy Years." His book discusses nutrition, protein consumption and its effect on longevity and muscle mass. The book includes numerous recipes.

101 Ways to Work Out with Weights

"101 Ways to Work Out with Weights: Effective Exercises to Sculpt Your Body and Burn Fat!" is written by a sports nutritionist and an Olympic athlete. This book includes information on ways to increase metabolism for weight loss. The book discusses building strong bones, nutritional tips as well as exercise and workout guidance.

References

  • "Weight Training Workouts and Diet Plan that Work"; Orvis; 2008
  • "The Athlete's Guide to Making Weight"; Macedonio Dunford; 2009
  • "Feed Muscle, Shrink Fat Diet"; Smith; 2008
  • "This Is Why You're Fat (And How to Get Thin Forever): Eat More, Cheat More, Lose More--and Keep the Weight Off "; Warner; 2010
  • "The Anti-Aging Plan: The Nutrient-Rich, Low-Calorie Way of Eating for a Longer Life--The Only Diet Scientifically Proven to Extend Your Healthy Years"; Dr. Roy Walford; 2005
  • "101 Ways to Work Out with Weights: Effective Exercises to Sculpt Your Body and Burn Fat!';Whitmarsh, Walsh; 2006

Article reviewed by Carolyn Williams Last updated on: Oct 8, 2010

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