Distance runner and UW clinical and sports dietition, Alysun Deckert, MS,RD conducted a WINForum clinic for coaches attending the annual convention for the Washington State Track & Field Coaches Association. As an experienced long distance runner, Alysun stresses the importance on staying hydrated every day by drinking 14-20 fluid ounces of water 2-3 hours before exercise, and another 8 fluid ounces or 8 swallows during your active warmup. Visit http://www.winforum.org/thinkyourdrink.html for science-based information about the importance of water, value of recovery and sports drinks, and why energy drinks should be avoided. |
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Alysun stresses the importance of 'breakfast on event day for peak performance' - and the importance of 'staying hydrated every day and during an event'
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'Eat to Compete - Five Times a day' - Be consistent in your routine, and eat something every 3 to 4 hours during the day - 3 meals and 2 to 3 snacks every day. Try to eat three types of foods at meals, combining carbohydrate, protein and fat.. For more information watch Alysun's Top TEN Nutrition Tips here. Breakfast on Event Day for Peak Performance - It is well known that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, especially for athletes. On the day of an event breakfast is important, but don't eat anything 'new' on race day. Include complex carbs, low fat and some protein. Suggestions - Banana with oatmeal and low-fat / fat-free milk; PB&J sandwich; orange juice, energy bar and whole wheat toast.
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What is the Washington Interscholastic Nutrition Forum (www.winforum.org)? Since 2003, the Washington Interscholastic Nutrition Forum (WINForum) has conducted and digitally recorded objective nutrition clinics for hundreds of coaches, athletic trainers, student athletes and their parents. Clinic presenters answer questions and provide objective nutrition information that is used to fuel the WINForum.org website, and social media. The WINForum recommends a healthy diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, protein and low-fat or fat-free dairy.
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