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Nutrition
 
Nutrition is essential for the young swimmer.  Healthy foods offer nutrients that supply the body with energy. A good diet helps improve energy levels for training, concentration and recovery rates after hard workouts. It can profoundly impact swimming performance and general well-being.
 
Here are a couple of fact sheets to assist you with dietry requirements:
 
 
 
 
Nutrition Quiz for Swimmers
 
Your swimmer may be working hard in practice, but is he supplementing his training with proper nutrition? Test your nutrition I.Q. by deciding whether the following statements are true or false.
  1. Fruit is an excellent source of carbohydrate. True / False
  2. Generally speaking, the more colorful and varied your fruit and vegetable platter, the healthier it is. True / False
  3. It's best to wait about an hour after a tough practice to fuel your body with carbohydrates and protein. True / False
  4. It's important to stay hydrated because it can directly affect athletic performance. True / False
  5. If you become very dehydrated, your body may require two to four hours to replace fluid loss. True / False
  6. Skipping breakfast will keep your energy levels stable throughout the day. True / False
  7. The primary fuel source for swimmers is protein. True / False
  8. Eating early and often throughout the day helps you avoid the blood sugar highs and lows (high energy, then sleepiness). True / False

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