Fueling Your Workout

GARBAGE IN = GARBAGE OUT

I always get a chuckle when I say this on the first day of our spring training trip, but it is true. If you are going to take the time to workout, you might as well take the time to FUEL UP PROPERLY. Food is fuel- it is that simple. Think of your body as an engine that you are trying to make as powerful and efficient as possible. You spend hours tinkering and tweaking it and then it is time to fuel up at the pump. WHAT ARE YOU PUMPING IN?? This is a question you should be asking yourself at meal and snack time. This does not mean you need to obsess about it, but if you are a serious athlete you should be thinking about it and be aware of the choices you make. It DOES make a difference in the long run and it WILL make a difference on race day!

What should you eat and how much? The bulk of your diet should be whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. You also need protein, minerals, vitamins, and some fat.
You can find suggestions and guidelines at these websites:

http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/pyramid/
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/nutrition/sport/

Get the most out of your workouts by paying more attention to
what goes into your body.

QUALITY IN = QUALITY OUT.