Eat To Compete Part 1

This is going to be a multi part series on what proper sports performance nutrition or even what people should be eating in general to stay lean, fit and healthy.

I'm writing this mini - series because I get asked way to often about the topic and to be honest - I have grown tired of seeing Our athletes at Optimal Performance suffer on the field, in the weight room, and even the classroom due to poor nutrition habits.

How To eat to Compete - Part 1

Here are some General Nutrition Guidelines For Youth Athletes;

Whether you are training for a competitive sport or if you’re just playing a pick up game with your friends, an athlete’s physical development and performance depends on proper nutrition and eating for competition. In order for your body to operate or expend the energy it needs to meet the demands of your sport, competition, or activity you have to fuel the tank first. In other words you have to ‘eat to compete’.

When I say ‘eat to compete’ I mean you have to consume the proper type and amount of fuel, at the right time in order for you body to perform at an optimal level. By following that guideline alone will benefit any athlete at any level tremendously.

What are the Proper types of foods to consume?

The most appropriate supportive eating plan for an athlete should:

1.) Be high in nutrient-dense carbohydrates
2.) Contain a moderate amount of protein
3.) Include healthy fats(yes FATS)
4.) Provide enough calories to support the demands of training and sports/activities

Those are the basics...

In Part 2 I will go over what exactly what the above 4 points mean in english :)

Check Back Soon!!!

JZ