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Protein Needs For Athletes
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.
How Athletes Use Energy Stores
Fuel for the body comes from nutrients in the food we eat and the fluids we drink. These essential nutrients are commonly broken down into three categories: carbohydrates, fats and proteins.
The Importance of Nutrition for Female Athletes
Poor nutrition in female athletes can cause tiredness, performance plateaus or decreases, burn-out, and repeated injuries.