When your gut is at 100%, it's a silent powerhouse.
But when it struggles, it tells you loud and clear: a dash to the Porta-John, cramps, side stitches, nausea . . . Every season, thousands of athletes like you endure a long list of problems brought on by an unhappy gastro¬intestinal tract.
The Athlete's Gut uncovers the triggers to GI issues so you can navigate the complicated world of nutrition and sport-and keep your body running like a well-oiled machine. Learn research-backed insights into your digestive system and the reasons for gut distress, including:
How appropriate diet, hydration, and stress management reduce the risk of issues like bloating and nauseaWhy ultrarunners and sprinters are susceptible to vomiting, but for different reasonsHow this "second brain" communicates with the rest of your nervous systemWhy overloading the gut with gels and sports drinks can cause gut woesDiscover the simple tactics you can use, from smart eating to breathing exercises, to take care of your digestive system so it can support your highest athletic goals.
PATRICK WILSON, PHD, RD, is an associate professor of exercise science at Old Dominion University, specializing in the relationship between gastrointestinal issues, diet, nutrition, and exercise. He is also the director of the ODU Human Performance Lab, a fitness-testing and exercise-science research facility.
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