Book Review: The New Power Eating
Nancy Clark’s “The New Power Eating” changed how many trainers think about nutrition. It’s not just another diet book. It’s a practical guide for real people.
What Makes This Book Different
Most nutrition books are written by people who’ve never trained clients. Clark gets it. She’s worked with athletes and regular people for decades.
The book doesn’t promise magic. No quick fixes. Just solid science explained simply.
Our personal trainers in Melbourne recommend this book to clients all the time. It works.
The Main Ideas
Power eating isn’t about eating more. It’s about eating smarter. Timing matters. Food quality matters. But it’s not complicated.
Clark breaks down protein needs by activity level. She explains carbs without demonizing them. Fat gets treated fairly too.
Who Should Read This
Anyone serious about fitness nutrition. Personal trainers especially. The book gives you tools to help clients eat better.
It’s also great for people who train hard. Athletes. Serious gym-goers. People who want to fuel their workouts properly.
What We Love About It
The meal planning section is gold. Real examples. Not just theory. You can actually use this stuff.
Clark addresses common myths too. Like the idea that you need protein immediately after workouts. Spoiler: you don’t.
Practical Applications
We use Clark’s principles with clients across all our locations. From South Melbourne to Williamstown.
The hydration chapter alone is worth the price. Most people are chronically dehydrated. This fixes that.
For Different Training Types
The book works for all kinds of training. Our boxing personal trainers use it for fight prep nutrition.
Female personal trainers love the section on eating for hormonal health. It’s evidence-based and practical.
What Could Be Better
Some sections feel dated now. The book came out before social media changed how we think about food.
The supplement section is conservative. Maybe too conservative for some people’s taste.
Key Takeaways
Eat enough protein. Don’t fear carbs. Time your meals around training. Stay hydrated. Keep it simple.
These aren’t revolutionary ideas. But Clark explains why they work. And how to actually do them.
Real World Results
Clients who follow Clark’s approach see better results. More energy during workouts. Faster recovery. Better body composition.
It’s not magic. It’s just good nutrition applied consistently.
For Personal Trainers
This book should be required reading. It gives you credible answers to client questions. No more guessing about nutrition advice.
Our online personal trainers reference it constantly. Especially when working with clients remotely.
The Science Behind It
Clark backs everything up with research. But she doesn’t overwhelm you with studies. Just enough to prove her points.
The metabolism chapter is especially good. It explains why crash diets fail. And what actually works for long-term weight management.
Meal Timing Myths
The book destroys some popular myths. Like needing to eat every three hours. Or avoiding carbs after 6pm.
Clark shows what actually matters. And what’s just marketing nonsense.
For Special Populations
There’s good info for vegetarians. Older adults. People with diabetes. The advice adapts to different needs.
Our NDIS personal trainers find this especially helpful. Many clients have specific dietary requirements.
Bottom Line
“The New Power Eating” isn’t flashy. It won’t promise you’ll lose 20 pounds in 20 days. But it will teach you how to eat for long-term health and performance.
If you’re serious about fitness nutrition, read this book. If you train clients, definitely read this book.
Want to work with trainers who understand nutrition? Check out our personal trainers who combine smart training with evidence-based nutrition advice.
Good nutrition doesn’t have to be complicated. Clark proves that on every page.
