Training volume and intensity vary from day to day and week to week along your training/competition plan. Eating your meals and fueling your workout or competition should also be cycled according to how hard or easy it is. The Athlete's Plates are tools for you to better adjust your eating to the physical demands of your training plan.
If you want to be an elite player, you must eat elite. Read ingredient and nutrition labels. Avoid fast food, sodas, sports drinks and juices loaded with sugar. Start planning ahead and learn how to cook. Print out the nutrition poster and use it as a guide this season.
Be an informed consumer and understand the risks before deciding to use any dietary supplement. These resources will help you gain a better understanding of the dietary supplement issue and cover topics including: Realize. Recognize. Reduce.
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