No need to eat like an athlete
AS the Olympics begin, fans may marvel at the skill, training and dedication shown by our athletes to get to the top of their game. But an unseen – yet vital – part of their success is their nutrition.
“For athletes, focusing on optimum nutrition is important for maximising performance, reducing the risk of injury and illness, and ensuring the best recovery after training,” explains Alex White, a nutrition scientist at British Nutrition Foundation
And while we’re talking a large volume of food – sometimes up to 7,000 calories a day – that’s not always nearly as much fun as it sounds, warns sports nutritionist and dietitian Chris Cashin, a spokesperson for the British Dietetic Association
“Athletes say it can become a bit of a chore,” she explains.
While men need about 2,500 calories a day and women about 2,000, Chris says professional athletes may need 3-5,000. Some even more – Tour de France cyclists probably need 6-7,000 calories a day.
So, what about fitness fans who want to improve? Here, Alex and Chris show how an athlete’s diet relates to the average exerciser...
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