Football and Netball take a lot out of the body from depleting energy stores to the toll of physical contact.
Many players prepare their bodies for training sessions and games by having physiotherapists/trainers ease aches and pains; but equally as important in your preparation is the need to eat correctly before the game, to ensure they have sufficient energy to sustain and maximize output.
Pre-Game Fuel food and fluid intake are the final stages of recovery from a week of hard training. The goals of a pre-game meal are to stabilize blood sugar levels, hydrate the body, prevent gastrointestinal upset and avoid hunger during the event. A pre-game intake of carbohydrate ensures that you have enough of this essential energy source to compete for the whole game.
Carbohydrates are a key fuel source for exercise, especially during prolonged continuous or high-intensity exercise. The body stores carbohydrate as glycogen in the muscles and liver, however their storage capacity is limited. When these carbohydrate stores are inadequate to meet a player’s fuel needs, the results can include fatigue and impaired performance.
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Last Modified on 10/06/2015 07:35
