Thursday, October 16, 2008

TOP SEVEN SECRETS 2 WINNING WITH NUTRITION

1. Have a game plan:
• This includes having a performance eating plan for home and away games
• Be prepared with snacks

2. Meet your energy requirements:
• Know your calorie requirements
• Eat enough every day to meet your needs

3. Eat frequently throughout the day:
• Research proves eating frequently hours keeps your body lean and ready to play

4. Eat Carbs and Protein at each eating interval:
• Keeps energy levels stable and maintains muscle

5. Stay Hydrated:
• Drink and eat enough to stay hydrated

6. Bookend your workouts with food and water:
• Eat a meal 2-3 hours before practice
• Eat before and immediately after practices and games

7. Rest (at least one total rest day per week):
• Your body needs the recovery time!