From the coach of Lance Armstrong and several more of the world's greatest athletes comes a revolutionary eating plan for all active people - from weekend warriors to elite competitors to those just trying to lose a few pounds and be more fit. Readers will learn: - The truth and consequences of low-carb diets for athletes - The importance of eating the right foods for clean-burning fuel - Which supplements work and which just waste money - The Complete Carmichael Nutrition Program, which has carried many top athletes to victory - Comprehensive training programs to put a nutritional program to work - for cyclists, runners, endurance athletes, and others - The ease and benefits of dozens of quick-to-prepare, power-packed recipes