Nutrition
Top athletes consider many aspects as part of their overall training regime, including game strategy, team work, stretching, conditioning, and skills development. Nutrition is also a key consideration when preparing for practices and games. Of course, one must be careful about planning diets and should rely on trusted, qualified sources.
If you are interested in information on nutrition, there are many excellent resources on the web. Type in 'sports nutrition' in your internet search engine or visits these sites:
http://www.gssiweb.com/
http://btc.montana.edu/olympics/nutrition/
http://www.gssiweb.com/reflib/refs/696/sse94.cfm?pid=47
Athletes who want to achieve optimum performance should consider individual or group sessions with a nutritionist. There are many in the valley – Tricia Griffin, RD, CSSD is a board certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics has worked with several Pros Teams and Coaches. Her contact information is 480-419-1022 / NuTrish@cox.net.
Here is a good information form an article on the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons web site that covers the basics of food and nutrition. You will need to read this article or similar to reap the full benefit.
http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/fact/thr_report.cfm?Thread_ID=309
Hydration – This section discusses the importance of replacing fluids with water during exercise and provides information on hydration and the amount of water to drink.
Fuel Sources – This section discusses the main fuel sources in a diet. It covers the importance of eating balanced meals and provides details on carbohydrates and fats.
Pre-competition nutrition – This section provides details on when and what to eat on game day.
This information on this web page is provided for general information. Please see your doctor for individualized nutrition advice.
Top athletes consider many aspects as part of their overall training regime, including game strategy, team work, stretching, conditioning, and skills development. Nutrition is also a key consideration when preparing for practices and games. Of course, one must be careful about planning diets and should rely on trusted, qualified sources.
If you are interested in information on nutrition, there are many excellent resources on the web. Type in 'sports nutrition' in your internet search engine or visits these sites:
http://www.gssiweb.com/
http://btc.montana.edu/olympics/nutrition/
http://www.gssiweb.com/reflib/refs/696/sse94.cfm?pid=47
Athletes who want to achieve optimum performance should consider individual or group sessions with a nutritionist. There are many in the valley – Tricia Griffin, RD, CSSD is a board certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics has worked with several Pros Teams and Coaches. Her contact information is 480-419-1022 / NuTrish@cox.net.
Here is a good information form an article on the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons web site that covers the basics of food and nutrition. You will need to read this article or similar to reap the full benefit.
http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/fact/thr_report.cfm?Thread_ID=309
Hydration – This section discusses the importance of replacing fluids with water during exercise and provides information on hydration and the amount of water to drink.
Fuel Sources – This section discusses the main fuel sources in a diet. It covers the importance of eating balanced meals and provides details on carbohydrates and fats.
Pre-competition nutrition – This section provides details on when and what to eat on game day.
This information on this web page is provided for general information. Please see your doctor for individualized nutrition advice.
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