This work provides a better basic understanding of biochemistry. This work is aimed at students and professionals in the sports science field. The book is particularly useful for undergraduate and graduate students in exercise physiology and sports nutrition who lack a basic understanding of exercise biochemistry. Exercise biochemistry books can be very complex and hundreds of pages long, however this book emphasises the most important material, giving the reader a concise yet thorough presentation of the information. The author has 35 years experience of working in the field of exercise biochemistry.

About the Author

Michael E. Houston, PhD, is a professor in human nutrition, foods and exercise at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia. Besides writing the first two editions of this book, Houston has written more than 100 refereed journal publications dealing with the biochemical and nutritional implications of exercise. He has taught biochemistry of exercise for more than 35 years and has conducted extensive research in the subject. In 2003, he received the Honour Award from the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology. In his leisure time he enjoys weight training, as well as road and mountain biking.