John Berardi

Dr. John M. Berardi, Ph.D., C.S.C.S. is a kinesiologist and professional health and performance consultant. He is known for his work with professional athletes, and writings on topics relating to physical fitness. Some of his written works have been scientific papers published in peer-reviewed journals; others have been written for the layperson or fitness enthusiast and distributed on the Internet.

Dr. Berardi operates professionally through the company he co-founded, Science Link, Inc. The company's stated mission is "to take the latest research findings from human performance and nutrition labs and universities around the world and translate those findings into real-world results for our clients and readers." [ [http://www.johnberardi.com/about/ John Berardi - About Us ] ]

Personal life

Dr. Berardi, the son of Italian immigrants Sam and Marie Berardi, was born on July 18, 1974 in Lansdale, Pennsylvania. He attended St. Stanislaus Elementary School, Lansdale Catholic High School, and North Penn High School. After grade 12, Dr. Berardi worked for 2 years in the family restaurant (The Bread Crumb; Doylestown, PA), while attending classes at Montgomery County Community college and training for the 1995 NABBA Mr. Jr USA Bodybuilding Championships in Las Vegas, Nevada. After winning the Jr. Division of the Mr. USA contest, Berardi left the Lansdale area to complete his undergraduate education in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania. Several academically-related moves brought Dr. Berardi to Austin, Texas in 2005. He currently splits his time between Austin, Texas and Toronto, Ontario.

Education

Dr. Berardi attended Lock Haven University from 1995-1997, where he studied Health Science, Philosophy, and Psychology, earning his B.Sc. in Health Science.

After his undergraduate studies were completed, Dr. Berardi moved to Pittsburgh to study under Dr. Thomas Kamark at the Behavioral Medicine Research Lab of the University of Pittsburgh. He was involved in Dr. Kamark’s research into the behavioral and physiological correlates with cardiovascular disease, titled the [http://www.pitt.edu/~kamarck/phhp.htm Pittsburgh Healthy Heart Project] .

In 1999, Dr. Berardi began his Master's studies in Exercise Physiology at Eastern Michigan University. While working on his Master's degree, Dr. Berardi was the first recipient of the Pinnacle/Bodyonics Sports Nutrition Scholarship and also was awarded external research grants from LPJ, Inc. and Nutritech to complete his Master's research.

In 2000, after 1 year as a Master's student, Dr. Berardi was invited to "fast track" into the Kinesiology doctoral program at the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario Canada.

Around this time, Dr. Berardi earned his strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

From 2000—2005, Berardi studied with exercise researcher Dr. Peter Lemon, earning his PhD in Kinesiology with a specialization in Exercise and Nutritional Biochemistry. In addition to his work at UWO, throughout this time, Dr. Berardi worked extensively with the Yale University School of Medicine’s Department of Diagnostic Radiology.

Currently, Dr. Berardi is a Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Texas in Austin, Texas.

Clients and Consulting

Dr. Berardi is a sought-after nutrition and physiology consultant to NCAA, Olympic, and professional sports organizations and has worked with the following:

° The Toronto Maple Leafs

° The US National Bobsled Team

° The Texas Longhorns

° The Spike Professional Track Cycling Team

° The Canadian National X-Country Ski Team

° The Canadian National Speed Skating Team (individual athletes in this sport)

° The Canadian National Alpine Ski Team

° The Canadian National Canoe/Kayak Team

° The Canadian National Bobsleigh/Skeleton Teams

° The Olympic Oval in Calgary

° The Manitoba Sports Centre

° Individual athletes in many professional sports organizations, including the NFL, NHL, NBA, MLB, as well as athletes competing in Triathlon, Rugby, Cycling, MMA, Bodybuilding, and Powerlifting.

Dr. Berardi is also a member of the board of directors for the [http://www.iyca.org International Youth Conditioning Association] .

Books

* "Precision Nutrition" (Self-Published, 2006)
* "Metabolism Advantage" (Rodale Press, 2006)
* "Scrawny to Brawny"' (Rodale Press, 2005)
* "Gourmet Nutrition E-Book" (Self-Published, 2004)
* "Gourmet Nutrition Desserts E-Book" (Self-Published, 2006)

Abstracts, Scientific Papers, and Book Chapters

Dr. Berardi has published the following abstracts, scientific papers, and textbook chapters in the field of exercise and nutritional science.

Papers and Chapters

Antonio, J., Berardi, J.M., Mohr, C.R. (2006). Nutrition. In Introduction to Strength and Conditioning, eds. L. Brown and J. Chandler, Chapter 7. Lippincott Williams and Wilkins.

Berardi, J.M. (2006). Young Athletes and Nutrition. In Developmental Essentials, ed. S. Franczyk and S. Nylander, Chapter 10. IYCA.

Berardi, J.M., Price, T.B, Noreen. E.E., Lemon, P.W.R. (2006). Postexercise muscle glycogen recovery is enhanced with a carbohydrate-protein supplement. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 38(6): 1106-13. [ [http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16775553 PubMed Abstract] ]

Lowery, L.M., Berardi, J.M. (2003). Dietary Supplements for Health and Human Performance. In Lifestyles Changes, ed. N.A. Hamad Jr., Section 2: Sports Nutrition, Supplements, Sports Training, Marathon, Swimming, Injury Prevention, and Sports Psychology, chap. 2, 108-150. Ohio: Washington Press.

Berardi, J.M. and Ziegenfuss, T.N. (2003). Effects of Ribose Supplementation on Repeated Sprint Performance in Men. J Strength Cond Res 17(1): 47-52. [ [http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12580655 PubMed Abstract] ]

Lemon, P.W.R., Berardi, J.M., Noreen, E.E. (2002). The Role of Protein and Amino Acid Supplements in the Athlete’s Diet: Does Type or Timing of Ingestion Matter? Current Sports Medicine Reports 1(4): 214-221. [ [http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12831698 PubMed Abstract] ]

Lowery, L.M., Berardi, J.M., Ziegenfuss, T.N. (2001). Antioxidants. In Sports Supplements, ed. J. Antonio, and J.R. Stout, Chapter 12, 260-278. Lippincott Williams and Wilkins.

Ziegenfuss, T.N., Berardi, J.M., and Lowery, L.M. (2002). Effects of prohormone supplementation in humans: A review. Can J Appl Physiol 27(6): 574-591. [ [http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12501001 PubMed Abstract] ]

Abstracts

Berardi, J.M. et al. Recovery from a cycling time trial is enhanced with a carbohydrate-protein supplement. (Presented at the International Society of Sports Nutrition 2004).

Berardi, J.M. et al. Macronutrient intake, plasma hormones, and markers of muscle damage during 6h of recovery from a cycling time trial. (Presented at the APS Integrative Biology of Exercise 2004).

Berardi, J.M. et al. (2004). Postexercise muscle glycogen recovery is enhanced with a carbohydrate-protein supplement. Med Sci Sport Exerc. 36 (Suppl): S41.

Berardi, J.M. et al. (2003). Creatine-Loaded Body Mass Increases Are Not Explained By Water Changes Assessed By Multifrequency Bioimpedance Analysis. Med Sci Sport Exerc. 35 (Suppl): S399.

Berardi, J.M. et al. (2000). Effects of Ribose Supplementation on Repeated Sprint Performance: A Pilot Study. Med Sci Sport Exerc. 32 (Suppl): S60. Ziegenfuss, T.N., et al. (2000). Effects of an Androgen Mixture on Testosterone, Estradiol, and Anaerobic Performance in Men. Med Sci Sport Exerc. 32 (Suppl): S122.

Berardi, J.M. et al. (2000). Acute Hormonal Changes with Hydroxypropyl-β Cyclodextrin Complexed 4-Androstene3, 17-diol Administration in Non-Fasted Men. CJAP. 25(5): S107.

Berardi, J.M. et al. The Reliability of Anaerobic Power Indices in Repeated Cycle Sprints in Men. (Presented at the ACSM Michigan State conference – Feb 2000).

References

External links

* [http://www.johnberardi.com Dr. Berardi's Web Site]
*Dr Berardi is also a regular contributor to [http://www.t-nation.com/ALSAuthor.do?p=John%20Berardi&pageNo=1 T-Nation.com]