Plan ahead to have your favorite, quick, pregame foods on hand
during the season. If possible, eat at least three hours before
you compete.
If you only have time for a quick trip to the store, consider
these possibilities:
- Oranges, bananas, pears, peaches, plums
- Juices
- Mozzarella string cheese
- Yogurt (low-fat)
- Single-portion cans of fruit
- Breadsticks/snacksticks
- Bread with jelly
- Cottage cheese (low-fat)
- Milk (low-fat or skim)
Bring a thermos of soup or a casserole from home.
Remember: Eat foods you like and that agree with you for
pre-race meals. You are an individual with your own tolerances for
foods. Choosing foods you like may give you a psychological edge.
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