The Science of Fitness: Power, Performance, and Endurance

by Greg LeMond, Mark Hom

The Science of Power, Performance, and Endurance provides a scientific explanation as to how exercise and nutrition enable people to live a higher quality life, with a focus on mitochondrial cell energy as the center of athletic performance, physical fitness, disease prevention, and aging. This approach bridges the gap between cellular biology and exercise fitness. The Science of Fitness gives competitive and elite athletes an edge in achieving optimal performance, while also helping recreational athletes who want to improve fitness. It is of great benefit to all who want to improve overall health and vitality. By learning the science of fitness, you will understand why training makes your body more energized and powerful.

208 pages, Paperback

First published November 21, 2014

Reviews

[Jerry Broni · Rating 1 out of 5]

This is, quite honestly, one of the most disappointing books I have ever read. I would give it zero stars if I could. While I enjoyed Greg LeMond's preface (one of my all time favorite cyclists), the book goes downhill from there. As a scientist, I was disappointed that the content of this book was mostly information that I learned in my seventh grade science class. Definitely not what I expected from an author who touts his training at big name institutions and career as a physician (not surprising that a simple internet search yielded no publications of significance from the author). Just another example of an egomaniac purporting their expertise in a subject when their credentials suggest otherwise.