{"title":"Donald MacLaren","description":"\u003cp\u003eDonald MacLaren’s works delve into the intricate relationship between biology and physical performance, making complex scientific concepts accessible to readers with an interest in sport and exercise. 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This enables readers to apply this understanding to develop training and nutrition programmes that maximise athletic performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis textbook includes an overview of energy metabolism, skeletal muscle structure and function, and related biochemical concepts, covering carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins, metabolism, regulation of metabolism, and factors that can influence metabolism and fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis revised and updated second edition reflects some of the latest advances in the field, with new content on metabolic regulation as well as adaptations to high intensity and strength exercise, endurance exercise, and intermittent exercise. 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