Sports Nutrition - Cricket - Endurance - Ultraendurance - Christchurch

“The wear and tear on the body of athletes involved in contact sports is immense. The sooner a player learns how to maximise energy and cellular repair the longer their playing career.”

-Lea Stening Adrienne playing for Otago in the Womans Rugby NPC.

High Intensity Intermittent - Contact Sports

Here are some of the key factors relating to these sports which must be considered when planning a nutritional programme.

60-90 minutes duration.
e.g. Rugby, Rugby League, Soccer, Netball, Basketball, Hockey
Consuming adequate carbohydrate, protein and fluid is essential to maximise stores during training, game and recovery.
Increasing mobility/agility by reducing weight can be achieved without compromising energy needs for training and competition.
Coping with tournament conditions and travel can be a challenge when surrounded by fast food outlets and high energy snack foods.
Minimising the damage of injuries post exercise can be diet related.
Changing team positions can necessitate a need to change body composition. e.g. What health factors should be taken into account if you want to bulk up?

Lea can help you prioritise your nutritional needs.

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