The most basic nutrient in the human body is water. Next to it are the nutrients that give or provides fuel and energy. One of the essential nutrients is carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are the most abundant of the three energy giving nutrients in the body. The other two are protein and of course fats or lipids. Read the rest of this entry »
An athlete’s life is quite challenging. It requires a lot of physical, emotional and psychological effort. An athlete has to undergo the serious hardships of constant training, exercise and a high maintenance diet. It’s certainly not all fun and games as others may think. We can’t deny the importance of training in an athlete’s life. His performance in the game, more often than not, is always determined by the quality and quantity of his training. Training which involves a high level of physical endurance and many liters of sweat. Read the rest of this entry »
There are a ton of supplements out there for the modern day athlete to consider when piecing together their nutrition plan. So I thought publishing the following list of vitamins, minerals and herbs accompanied by their benefits would be of help in making an intelligent decision about these supplements. Enjoy. Read the rest of this entry »
Protein is essential in every athlete’s diet. Regardless of activity and athletic condition, diverse individuals need diverse protein requirements. Proteins are the building blocks of the body. It is composed of essential amino acids which are important for cell production and regeneration. It is essential in building mass and bulking up muscle. As a health supplement, it is not just for body builders anymore. Athletes of different sporting activities would stand to benefit from added protein in their diets. They are important in the growth and development of the body.
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I’m sure there will be many readers scratching their head saying “What? A multivitamin.” How is that supposed to be the most important supplement for athletes? Wouldn’t it be something like creatine of protein powder? Don’t those make more significant improvements in an athlete’s performance?
I hear what you’re saying and I’m sure that the argument could be made for something other than just a vitamin but what I am basing my argument on has less to due with giving the athlete something extra and instead focuses on removing the athlete’s deficiencies which could end up hurting performance significantly. Read the rest of this entry »
Our bodies consume calories and energy every moment of the day and night whether we are jogging or sleeping. It is obvious that the more physical activity is performed, the more calories are required to stoke the fires of the body’s energy.
It is imperative that the athlete is provided with a proper, varied and balanced nutritional plan which would differ significantly from his sedentary peers. Sports nutrition is not only designed to provide more calories, but the right kinds of foods in the proper amounts to maximize the athlete’s muscular efficiency, stamina and overall fitness. Read the rest of this entry »
