ABSTRACT
This chapter discusses some of the current research into sport nutrition, the limited golf-specific research, as well as offer practical recommendations for the golfer. It is well recognized that both endogenous and exogenous CHO can improve competition performance in a variety of endurance and team sports. There are few sports supplements that have golf-specific ergogenic effects. If supplements are to be used, it is vital that they are tested for prohibited substances. Before taking any sports supplement, golfers check them with a qualified sport nutritionist, ideally someone on the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr) or equivalent. Things like caffeine and creatine, if taken correctly, could offer some benefit. Travel presents a particular problem for many golfers. It is crucial that golfers consider the travel related nutritional problems, and plan ahead to counteract many of these issues. With careful planning, and the provision of their own food, it is possible to deal with all of the travel related nutritional problems.
