The importance of a proper diet when it comes to football is significant. Without the proper nutrients and vitamins fueling the body a lack of energy and mental focus will be lacked. A lack of energy and mental focus on the football field can lead to serious injury. The first and most important step involving the diet of a football player is hydration. Drinking plenty of fluids before, during, and after activity is extremely important. Kim Schwabenbauer, a member of USA's Football Health and Safety commission explains that a child's diet should be 60 to 65 percent complex carbohydrates. This is where the child will get most of his or her energy. A snack or small meal should be consumed 2 to 3 hours prior to competition and an electrolyte beverage about an hour before the game. Post competition it is important for an athlete to have snack containing both carbohydrates and protein within half an hour.
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Always eating before a game if very important and you give a lot of great information. I never really thought about watching what you eat after a competition. However it definately makes sense. Overall thats a good topic and very helpful
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