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GAAME DAY NUTRITION GUIDE BY SCOTT PRUNIER
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underappreciated aspect of that helps players get the most out Fruits, vegetables, whole grain a hockey training program is of their workouts by educating them breads, milk and legumes (peas,
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a player nutrition guide. Coaches on not only what to eat, but when to beans, peanuts, etc.) are all good
will often put the majority of their focus on strength training, skill development and implementing systems, but don’t provide players with the knowledge or the tools to improve their nutrition. Hard work and training can pay big dividends during the o season, but if you aren’t eating enough of the right foods, you could be seriously selling yourself short.
In order to be the best, you can’t eat like the rest.
Over the last several years, the importance of player nutrition has become increasingly apparent. Now,
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Just because you don’t have a game, practice or o -ice workout scheduled doesn’t mean you can chow down on candy, fried foods and soda. These are “empty foods” that contain A LOT of sugar and fat. While having some fat in your diet is very important, more often than not you can count on getting this nutrient from just about anything else you eat. On o days, you’re refueling your body with energy needed for your next practice or game.
Carbohydratesareyourfuel.Foods rich in carbohydrates are crucial for
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Proteins help build and repair muscle tissue — they are the building blocks for your muscles! One or two servings of protein with every meal will allow you to get the most out of your workout. For best results, eat foods with a little protein before working out and follow with foods high in protein to help your muscles rebuild. Be careful not to fall into a high-protein diet thinking you’re strengthening your muscles. Too much protein may substantially reduce your energy and cause dehydration — and won’t improve athletic performance.
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