Applied Sports Biochemistry

Book Title: Applied Sports Biochemistry | Biochemistry of Athletic Performance | AGPH Books

Applied (Sports) Biochemistry is a practical, application-oriented textbook that explains the biochemical foundations of sport and exercise performance in a clear and systematic manner. Designed for students, coaches, physical educators, sports scientists, and researchers, the book connects core biochemical principles with real-world athletic performance.

Across twenty structured chapters, it covers skeletal muscle structure, energy systems, carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism, enzyme regulation, lactate production, oxygen transport, hormonal control, and acid–base balance. It also explores oxidative stress, nutritional timing, supplements, and biochemical markers of training, fatigue, and recovery.

With case studies from endurance, strength, and mixed sports, along with insights into genomics, metabolomics, and personalized biochemistry, this book offers a balanced blend of scientific depth and practical relevance—making it a valuable resource for understanding and enhancing athletic performance.

About the Author

Dr. Shailendra Pratap Singh obtained his Ph.D. in Biotechnology from the Indian Institute of Chemical Technology and Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Hyderabad. In 2013, he moved to the United States to pursue his postdoctoral research training at the Kansas University Medical Center, Kansas, USA. Subsequently, he joined New York Medical College, USA, where he served as a Research Scientist. His research primarily focuses on identifying new targets molecules for Metabolic Syndrome (Mets), with special emphasis on cardiovascular diseases and diabetes. Over the years, Dr. Singh has made significant contributions in these areas and has been recognized with several awards for his scientific achievements. Currently, Dr. Singh is associated with the Department of Sports Biosciences at the Central University of Rajasthan, where his research focuses on applied studies in biochemistry, physiology, and nutrition.

About The Publisher:

AGPH Books is a Professional Self Book Publishing House based in Central India, specializing in academic, professional, fiction, and non-fiction books in both print, digital and audio formats. The publishing house produces textbooks, research and reference works, biographies, self-help titles, children’s books, literary fiction, poetry, and general interest publications. With a transparent publishing process and strong digital distribution, AGPH Books ensures global availability through Google Books, Amazon, Flipkart, and its official website store, supporting authors and institutions in reaching a wide and diverse readership.