Gourmet Nutrition: The Cookbook for the Fit Food Lover

I cannot say enough positive things about this book. I have bought a few cookbooks that are geared for athletes and fitness warriors but they always fell short. This book was well thought out and planned and delivered on all points. The book is very easy to use, yet flexible and powerful enough to allow you to achieve whatever physique goals you may have, whether just simply looking to get in shape, drop body fat, put on muscle, prepare for bodybuilding or other athletic competition. This book is written by individuals that understand athletes, performers, and everyday folks, realizing that no two people are alike and how its important to experiment with your nutritional breakdown to determine what's right for you.Here is what you get, many of which I have yet o find in other books.PROS* Large and small servings ideal for men or women and can be adjusted if cooking for more than one person.* Post-workout and anytime meals. I don't recall seeing this feature elsewhere, but this helps me out tremendously, knowing which meals have that extra carb content* Main and side dish pairings, so you can have your protein and decide which side dishes u want to use for your carbs, whether low carb or more complex.* Meal templates to use if u wish according to whatever time of day you work out.* Section of food preparation tips for those that need it and those who want more efficient ways of cooking.* Tools and equipment so you know what to have in your kitchen and cabinets. Its not complicated because most people have these utensils already.* Breakfast, Shakes & Smoothies, Meats (include game meat like venison and bison), Poultry, Seafood, sides, snacks, salad dressing.* Nutritional breakdown of protein, carbs, fats, fiber, sugar, that is easy to understand and duplicate in the recipes.* Recipes that are simple and do not require a large amount of ingredients.* Variations and Options which is perfect for those that are either lactose intolerant or want to eliminate or keep their dairy consumption to a minimum.* Color photos of every recipe.* Preparation, Marinade and Cooking times are provided, and most food is done within 30 minutes.* Suggestions on how to make a meal be post-workout (more carbs) or take away the carbs. Its all healthy carbs so its not a low carb diet just the best carbs which is highly important for athletes and those fitness enthusiast.*CONThe only thing I wish was better was the spine if the book. while most recipes you are able to lie the book open and flat I wish there was a spiral binder which would make the book even better. Maybe that's something the writers and publishers should consider for next time.ALL iN ALL I LOVE THIS BOOK AND CANT' PRAISE IT ENOUGH. It is money well spent and my waistline and heart thank me very very much!

I just received this book less than a week ago. I have made 8 recipes from it so far. The recipes I have made have been tasty but not mind blowing and some of the "recipes" aren't actual recipes like "sauteed chicken" and "roasted chicken" etc. I mean I guess if you don't already know how to cook chicken but I know how to cook so didn't find those useful as recipes. The recipes I have made or even ones I have read through often have errors in the instructions for instance leaving out ingredients that are in the ingredients list and they are nowhere to be found in the instructions or instructions are out of order like it will tell you to add everything and cover and then the next line it's telling you stir everything that you just covered. I do appreciate the nice pictures although they don't always match what's in the recipe like the Lemon Poached Cod appears to have some kind of yellow sauce on it and lemon zest on top but no mention in the recipe of a sauce or zest. I do also like the suggestions for sides. I'd say this book would be more for a novice cook and in that case you better make sure your instructions are precise.

I've tried many or the recipes, Lamb Chili, Fruity Chicken Skewers, the Sautéed Salmon and Marinated Tuna Steaks, Portabella Pizza and a lot of the side dishes. They're all great so far! and healthy!

This book was recommended to me and I held off because of the price. I love the labels of anytime meals (AT) and post workout (PW) I have to decide to earn those extra carbs at the gym. So far today I've had the egg benedict with sauted onion, baked chicken, and sirloin burger with cauliflower mashed. Everything has been delicious and I'm kind of a foodie. The only down side is I haven't seen any wine pairings ;) The book doesn't require calorie counting, but I've been adding them into my fitness pal and have noticed that the dishes are keeping me well below my daily carb, sodium, and sugar intake. Hopeful that this cookbook will keep me on track! Update: I continue to make many of the recipes from this book and my picky-eater family has also enjoyed the Texas BBQ flatbread pizza, 8 layer dinner, and chicken taco salad. Still happy with the investment in my health.

I have been a follower of Precision Nutrition for over a year and just recently purchased this cookbook. I was hoping for some inspiration and creativity since I already ate according to PN's golden rules. This book delivered that and much more. The recipes are simple and easy and most importantly they take little time to prepare. As a mother of two little boys this was extremely important. You can easily vary the recipes as you wish and use them as a starting point to create your own meals. I highly recommend it to those looking to eat healthier and those who already do. You can't loose!The only criticism (anti it is a very nit picky, tiny one!) is that the photos and the descriptions don't equate. The book will give a description in the directions such as "chop an onion", but then the photo will clearly show the onion sliced. I know this is very nit picky and honestly it didn't cause any problems understanding or preparing the recipes (and the photos are beautiful!). I just thought I would mention it.Overall, great buy!!

Ya he hecho algunas de las recetas de este libro, son muy ricas y saludables. También explica bastante bien cómo armar un menú de acuerdo a los objetivos y cada receta muestra las calorías y macro nutrientes.

Alright if you prefer a hardcover cook book vs looking online. Goes with the precision nutrition program.

Love love love this book.Recipes are so simple, easy, fast and delicious! I do not regret the purchase.

Not the condition I expected. Well used with food stains.

Very prompt delivery especially just prior to Christmas. Great book to-boot