Sports nutrition is focused around three main concepts:
- What you eat
- When you eat
- How much you eat
Sports Nutrition 101:
Build yourself a plate - whole foods first!
Ensure you're consuming an appropriate pre-workout meal
Have a plan for fueling during practice and competition
Consume some food after you workout to help aid in recovery
Dehydration can impair your performance... Be ready to hydrate early and often!
Special Considerations:
Strong Bones Support Strong Performance
Power Performance with Protein
Use the checklist below to make sure you're using habits that will help you perform at your best.
Disclaimer:
The George Mason University Sports Nutrition web site provides information about food and human nutrition. The information found in this web site is not intended for medical self-diagnosis, treatment, counsel, or as a substitute for the care of a licensed health care professional.
