Nutritional Strategies For Female Athletes
April 13, 2009 by Coach Ronda · Leave a Comment
In general, female athletes should increase their carbohydrate intake in order to sustain intensive training and competition. Read more
Protein Needs For Athletes
March 30, 2009 by Coach Ronda · Leave a Comment
Protein is essential for athletes because it promotes new muscle growth and tissue repair. The recommended protein intake is 1.2 to 1.7g/kg body weight each day. Read more
Carbs Do An Athletes Body Good
March 23, 2009 by Coach Ronda · Leave a Comment
Female athletes benefit the most from the amount of carbohydrates stored in the body. According to eMedicine, carbohydrate needs are commonly based on an athlete’s body size and activity level. Read more
Quick Breakfast Ideas
May 8, 2008 by Coach Ronda · Leave a Comment
When you are on the go but need some fuel to get you going in the morning, try on one of these breakfast ideas for size: Read more
Tips For Healthy Eating
May 5, 2008 by Coach Ronda · Leave a Comment
A healthy eating plan and regular physical activity are the building blocks of good health. Poor eating habits and physical inactivity may lead to overweight and related health problems. Read more
Sports Nutrition Tip: Avoid Drinking Sodas
April 16, 2008 by Coach Ronda · Leave a Comment
When you’re training, go easy on the soft drinks in your sports nutrition diet. There has been some indication that drinking a lot of carbonated sodas, especially cola, can have an adverse effect on bone strength, especially in teenage girls. Read more
Water: The Body’s Lifeblood
April 4, 2008 by Coach Ronda · Leave a Comment
The human body can last weeks without food, but only days without water. The body is made up of approximately 55 to75 per cent water. Read more
The Importance of Nutrition for Female Athletes
March 14, 2008 by Coach Ronda · 3 Comments
Poor nutrition in female athletes can cause tiredness, performance plateaus or decreases, burn-out, and repeated injuries. Read more

