Sports Nutrition.

 

  • As an athlete, whether professional or amateur, you know that nutrition plays a key role in your performance. Despite the abundance of nutrition-related information available, this element of training is often the most misunderstood! At Medical Nutrition Network we can answer the multitude of questions that arise for athletes of all ages and sizes!

  • The best fuel for exercise is carbohydrate. It is impossible to compete well without enough carbohydrate for your muscles to have enough energy. Medical Nutrition Network can provide you with an individualized meal plan with the appropriate amount of carbohydrate for your needs.

  • Contrary to popular belief, exercise, NOT extra protein, helps build muscle bulk. The current, trendy, high protein diets will not provide you with enough fuel to allow you to work hard enough to build muscle. High protein diets may also cause dehydration and decreased performance. Medical Nutrition Network can assess your specific protein needs based on size and specific sport.

  • Athlete’s fluid needs vary tremendously depending upon the type and duration of the event and the temperature.

    Prior:

    It is generally recommended that athlete’s consume sixteen ounces of fluid two hours prior to an event. On warm days, eight to sixteen ounces of water or a sports drink may be needed thirty to sixty minutes before exercise.

    During:

    It is recommended to drink four to eight ounces every fifteen minutes.

    After:

    The American Council on Exercise suggests drinking sixteen ounce of fluid for every pound of body weight lost after exercise.

    Medical Nutrition Network can help you determine what is best for you.

  • Athletes frequently use a variety of nutritional supplements, as they are bombarded with advertisements and claims of performance enhancement. Unfortunately, many of these claims are unsubstantiated. Medical Nutrition Network can analyze your diet and help you decide if any supplementation is necessary.

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  • Elementary, middle, and high school students

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