Stephanie Gaudreau - The Performance Paleo Cookbook Recipes for Training Harder, Getting Stronger and Gaining the Competitive Edge

Its no surprise that Stephanie has compiled THE book of outcome-oriented, clean recipes designed for athletic performance. With over 20 years of success as a sports competitor in her rearview mirror, she shows all of us how to push to the next level while supporting genuine recovery utilizing the oldest and most reliable product on the market: whole, pure food. Victory has never tasted so good.

CIARRA HANNAH, author ofThe Frugal Paleo Cookbook

There is a lot of confusion on when and what to eat to optimize health and performance. Not only does this book have delectable food ideas, but it also clarifies when to eat them!

EVA TWARDOKENS, Two-time Olympian in Alpine Skiing, Class of 2011 Ski Hall of Fame

Finally, a nutrition resource for those who are looking to improve their performance that does not rely on gimmicks, fads or a myriad of supplements. Easy-to-make recipes based on the science of performance nutrition from an individual who is an athlete in her own rightwe are sold.

DR. ANASTASIA BOULAIS AND JAIME SCOTT, Cofounders of the Ancestral Health Society of New Zealand

Finally, a Paleo cookbook for strength athletes, written by a strength athlete. We all know the Paleo diet produces fantastic results for the everyday Joe and Jane, but can Paleo improve the performance of those looking to jump higher, move faster and hoist heavier weights? Absolutely. And inThe Performance Paleo Cookbook,Stephanie Gaudreau will show you how to do just that.

KEITH NORRIS, Cofounder of PaleoFX and Founder of Ancestral Momentum

STEPHANIE GAUDREAU

founder of Stupid Easy Paleo

THE PERFORMANCE PALEO COOKBOOK

Recipes for Training Harder, Getting Stronger & Gaining the Competitive Edge

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When I heard Steph was writing The Performance Paleo Cookbook, I knew she was the perfect person. Shes been blogging about nutrition and performance since 2011, and I first got really keyed into her philosophy when she guest-posted on my website. Turns out, Stephs approach is one thats super balanced and sane, and she really cares about helping people excel in sports.

Ive been impressed with how Steph walks the talk. She doesnt just write about performance from behind a screen; shes been a lifelong athlete and has adapted a Paleo approach to fueling herself. Shes done everything from racing mountain bikes to participating in CrossFit Regionals to competing in Olympic weightlifting. Ive watched as shes continued to grow her blog and write a couple books while training several times a week and, most recently, qualifying for the American Open in weightlifting. When you read this book, you can tell Steph gets it.

A dietary foundation rich in animal protein, tons of veggies, some fruit, appropriately-timed dense carbs and a good dose of healthy fat is a solid platform on which to construct a performance-driven athlete. These foods provide the substrate for growth and recovery, are anti-inflammatory and supply a wealth of micronutritionall critical for folks doing heavy training.

Steph has spelled everything out for you here. Whether you need help with a fueling strategy based on your training time, simple pre- and post-workout snacks, or options for putting together complete meals, shes got you covered. The chapters on protein- and carb-dense recipes, for example, have everything from familiar standbys to novel ingredients thatll get you excited to cook again.

Youll even see some less-traditional options like white potatoes and whey protein pop up in some of the recipes because lets face it, when youre demanding super-human things of your body, you may need to go above and beyond a strict Paleo template to do it. The same way your training should be personalized, making smart additions to an incredibly nutrient-dense, inflammation-fighting Paleo foundation will help you achieve your performance goals.

If you want to do your best athletically, not only do you have to be conscious of food quality and quantity, but it is wise to consume adequate protein and carbohydrates and think about when to eat them. Thats what this book does really effectivelyStephs recipes and plan for action will take your performance to the next level.

Robb Wolf

The pursuit of sport is a fundamental human endeavor that brings us together across countries and cultures. It unifies and connects us. Whether we participate on a team or alone, in formal competitions or against ourselves, sport is an inextricable part of who we are.

When the fire of performance burns within us, training becomes a means to that end. We get up at the break of dawn or head out into the dusky light to train. We lift, run, swim, cycle and jump. We invest in all the right gear our sport requires. But sometimes, despite all these best efforts, we cant seem to fuel our bodies with what they need to really excel.

I wrote this book for anyone who is passionate about performance, whether you train to beat your old personal bests or you put yourself on the competition floor to challenge your limits.

Quality nutrition forms the base of the performance pyramid, and its even more critical to success than training time, sleep and everything else you do. Eating nutrient-dense, whole foods that provide the energy and substrate for training and recovery is the key to building a solid foundation.

A Paleo template with smart modifications for training is something I personally follow, and it is the best way for performance-minded individuals to fortify that foundation. Yes, you can get faster and stronger eating this way. Paleo foods are very nutrient-dense. Focusing on quality protein, vegetables, fruit and healthy fats means you get a lot of nutrition bang for your calorie buck. There are a couple of clutch reasons why Paleo is a natural match for athletes.

When training, its natural to experience acute inflammation as muscles, ligaments and tissues are damaged at the microscopic level. While that sort of inflammatory response is necessary, the type caused by grains, sugar, some dairy and other pro-inflammatory foods is not. By incorporating more anti-inflammatory foods while simultaneously reducing those that cause inflammation, you help your body devote more resources to recovery.