sports nutrition
Performance eating science
Sports nutrition is the study and practice of eating and drinking to optimize athletic performance.
It encompasses what, when, and how much athletes consume—protein for muscle recovery, carbohydrates for energy, hydration strategies during competition.
She consulted a sports nutritionist before the marathon.
The field spans everything from elite training protocols to weekend warrior meal planning.
- amino acidsOrganic compounds forming proteins
- vitaminsEssential organic nutrients
- caffeineMethylxanthine stimulant compound
- fatsOily organic nutrients
- glycogenStored glucose polymer
minerals · proteins · protein shake · recovery drink · creatine · lean muscle · energy expenditure · glutamine · trace elements · fish oil · muscle · carb loading · calorie intake · electrolytes · metabolism · carbohydrates · sodium · potassium
- dietary productshealth foods, meal replacements, protein bars, protein shakes, protein powder
- supplementsmultivitamins, multivitamin, vitamin, vitamin B6, minerals
- nutrition sciencedietetics, macronutrients, micronutrients, nutrient absorption, nutrient deficiency
- sports scienceexercise science, kinesiology, biomechanics, sport psychology, athletic training
- fitnessfitness, exercise, gym, workout, running
- sportsbasketball, tennis, athletics, golf, baseball
sports nutritionmalnutrition
Disease from dietary inadequacy
unhealthy eating · nutritional deficiency · empty calories · eating disorders