Wildcat Strength and Conditioning
Nutrition Resources
Nutrition for Athletes Presentation: Amy Jones, (SI school counselor and assistant girls' swim coach) along with Tony Calvello (SI Strength and Conditioning Coach) have prepared a presentation for athletes, coaches and parents. Along with the 60 slides with the most current research, statitsics and recommendations, Amy and Tony share their personal experiences as athletes trying to balance the stress of trying to succeed in sports and trying to stay healthy (two goals that sometimes conflict with one another). Topics covered in the presentation include but are not limited to: eating disorders, food and dieting myths, performance enhancing supplements, energy drinks and food replacement products.
To view the slide show, click here. If you would like more information or would like Amy and Tony to conduct a nutrition presentation for your team, contact either of us at our school e-mail (acalvello@siprep.org ajones@siprep.org
Fuel Log Activity
So you want to develp better eating habits, get the most out of your body in your workouts? Start by looking at what you're eating right now.
Here's a sample of a fuel log. Keep a log like this for 2 weeks and forward it to me via email or through the CatLink site (SI students, this assignment is on the general s&c site). Click here to view a sample fuel log. Start yours today!
Quick Tips for your team nutrition needs!
Timing is Everything...Great article from Training&Conditioning journal on the timing of meals and periodizataion of nutrition for athletes.
If your athletes' energy levels easily sag, the problem may be their nutritional intake. Consider these simple strategies, which can lead to a more productive and focused team. read article...
Articles
- Kids and Caffeine and Caffeine FAQS
- Energy Drinks Let the buyer beware! view video
- Running on empty...
- Sports Drinks, latest research.
- Debunking Myths of Low-Carb Diets
- Never Go Hungry Maintain your energy levels by fueling throughout the day.
- The Re-Invention of Nutrition Recommedations from the National Strength Coaches Association.
- Recovery Nutrition More recommendations from the NSCA for post workout recovery nutrition.