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This quarterly E-newsletter provides updates on recent and upcoming WINForum nutrition clinics; and science-based sports nutrition news and information. It emphasizes the importance of nutrient rich food choices for peak athletic performance.
Coaches Get WIAA Clock Hour Credits
for First Ever 3-Hour Nutrition Essentials Clinic
Emily Edison, Sports Dietitian for UW Athletics, presented the Sports Nutrition Game Plan to coaches and trainers. She discussed the importance of a well-balanced diet for peak performance.
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About 30 coaches, trainers and nutritionists attended the Winter WINForum Clinic on November 20, 2010. Held at the UW Founders Club on the University of Washington campus, the Clinic was the first WINForum event that qualified for WIAA coaches’ “clock hours” credits.
Emily Edison, M.S., R.D., a UW Athletics Dietitian and coordinator of the Washington Interscholastic Nutrition Forum (www.winforum.org), explained the best ways to eat in order for athletes to stay lean, strong and energetic. Peak performance nutrition comes from eating foods that will give a body the energy it needs to get through practices and games. It is important for athletes to remember that FOOD = FUEL and that carbohydrates, protein and fat are the building blocks of a healthy diet.
Edison also spotlighted the WINForum Sports Nutrition Game Plan – a document that provides recommendations from sports nutrition and medical experts focusing on 11 topics that typically challenge student athletes. Visit the WINForum website (www.winforum.org) to download a summary of Emily’s ‘Nutrition Essentials for Peak Performance’ PowerPoint presentation; and download the WINForum Sports Nutrition Game Plan to share with your athletes.
Coaches are a very influential part of a student athlete’s life. It’s important to empower athletes with good information about nutrition and healthy habits. Remember to emphasize performance rather than appearance. Looking a certain way doesn’t make someone a better athlete - a healthy lifestyle does!
30 coaches and trainers attended the Nov. 20, 2010, WINForum Clinic at the UW Founders Club. |
Emily Edison mingles with coaches as they evaluate their own meals using the "Rate Your Plate" system. |
And for more news about sports nutrition visit the WINForum blog at winforumblog.blogspot.com
The WINForum blog provides up-to-date and relevant sports nutrition information that can be shared with student athletes. The blog is updated regularly and is an opportunity to network with other coaches, trainers, student-athletes and parents.
Stay Connected to the WINForum at www.WINForum.org
This website was created as an online sports nutrition resource for athletes, coaches, trainers and parents. On the website you will find sports nutrition information, news, information on the WINForum blog, past WINForum Executive Summaries, printable handouts, digital video of past WINForum sessions and DVDs.
YouTube - www.youtube.com/user/winforum
We will continue to post videos regarding nutrition and meal-planning on YouTube. These videos are also accessible through www.WINForum.org and our Facebook profile.
WINForum “Nutrition Navigator” Quarterly E-Newsletter
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