Nutrition has always been important in creating a body that is optimally functioning. Follow these top sports nutrition tips to fuel your best round.
- Eat small meals and snacks throughout the day. Shoot for 5 to 6 small meals daily whether your goal is weight loss, muscle gain or to maximize golf performance.
- Combine protein and carbohydrates at each meal. Don’t leave out the healthy fats.
- Keep hydrated, whether you’re thirsty or not.
- Timing of meals is important. Try not to go longer than 3 hours. Eat every 2 to 3 hours.
- Try to take in low to mid glycemic carbohydrates because they slowly release in your body. Click here for a list of common foods.
- Don’t ever skip breakfast. Breakfast gives you the fuel you need to start the day as well as increases your metabolism.
- Add a daily multi vitamin and mineral.
- Cut your alcohol and caffeine consumption.