It would be easy for me to just write a bunch of different foods or recipes for you to eat before a game, but the truth is…there is more to it than that.
It’s not just about WHAT you eat before a game, it’s also WHEN you eat that matters.
You also need to take into account age, size, activity level, and the type of sport you’re playing.
That said, I focus mostly on young athletes between the ages of 5-15…a big gap, yes, but I can still recommend certain foods and timings and also recommend that you LISTEN TO YOUR BODY.
If you get cramps, feel unwell, are hungry, or feel fatigued when playing or at practice, you’ll need to make some nutritional changes. Everyone and everybody is different. That’s why nutrition can play such an important role. I can give you an outline-but you have to practice nutrition just like you would practice your skills to get better and better every day. Only you will know when your nutrition is working optimally for your body. Paying attention to how you feel and changing accordingly will make a world of difference.
I do not recommend counting calories, weighing food, or restricting foods. Start small, with simple changes, and work your way to bigger and better nutrition.
First: Hydrate
