Nutrition is an important part of sports performance for athletes. Adequate energy, macronutrient distribution, micronutrients, and fluids are essential to fuel physical activity and sports participation. Although there are many vitamins and minerals required for good health, particular attention should be devoted to ensuring that athletes consume proper amounts of calcium and iron.
With this meal plan we give you various tips to start and plan your nutritional journey to get the most out of your training. We discuss protein requirements, pre- and post-workout meals/snacks and fluid intake.
This meal plans macronutrient breakdown:
Calories: 2220kcal per day
Fat: 31% (81g) per day
Carbohydrates: 50% (275g) per dayProtein: 20% (115g) per day
This meal plan includes:
- 3 full meals and 2 snacks daily (pre- and post-workout snacks)
- 7 day meal plan that is graphically displayed
- Full shopping list
- All recipes required for each meal and snack
- Full nutritional analysis for macro- and micronutrients for the whole meal plan, as well as each recipe.
Some examples of the meals:
- Super simple french toast
- Chicken caesar wraps
- Kiwi yogurt parfait
- Sweet potato almond muffins
- Cranberry energy bars
- Baked chicken with Kiwi Avocado Salsa
- Grilled Steak with Veggie Foil Packs
Please note that we recommend you calculate you calorie requirements for maintenance weight and then choose your meal plans based on your goals for weight loss. We would also not recommend a diet lower than 1200kcals per day.
If you require some assistance on choosing the best meal plan for you, feel free to send us an email to help you with choosing the best meal plan for you free of charge.
Happy eating!
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