Sports Diet Dilemmas Learn Facts About Sports Nutrition, Energy Drinks & Dietary Blunders Emily Edison, MS, RD Sports Dietitian WINForum Coordinator Owner Momentum Nutrition & Fitness

Since 2003 the WINForum has conducted objective nutrition clinics & provided sports nutrition information taken questions from student athletes and provide credible responses from objective registered dietitians. encouraged a healthy sports based diet of fruits, vegetable, whole grains, lean protein, and low-fat and fat free dairy

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Coaches, athletes and trainers want to know… The difference between ‘fast food’ and ‘fatty foods’ Media influence on the athlete Understanding portion sizes Foods for healing injuries Tips to keep muscle, but lose fat Common game day mistakes

For more information, go to WINForum.org Fast Food vs Fat Food Eat healthy at fast food : Skip the sauces Order baked or grilled Order a smaller size Drink milk instead of soda Frequent healthier choices: Quiznos, Subway, Chipotle Customize ingredients, fresh choices, For more information, go to WINForum.org

How does the image of ‘perfection’ in the media affect our athletes? Pictures are PhotoShopped If Barbie were a real woman, she would be 5'9" tall, 110 lbs, have a 39" bust, an 18" waist, 33" hips and a size 3 shoe. Athletes cannot look like this and have energy on the field For more information, go to WINForum.org

Does she look healthy to you? Before After photoshop Does she look healthy to you?

How do I know how much food should be in my portion? Significant changes in portions over years Your portion depends on your activity level and goals Be aware when reading labels A single packet of food can be 2 or more servings For more information, go to WINForum.org

Portions: 20 years ago vs. now

MyPlate Use MyPlate as a portion guide A healthy diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein and low-fat or fat-free dairy

Am I eating the right foods? Use this checklist: 3-5 Fruits (tennis ball) 3-5 Veggies (1/2 cup) 3-4 Dairy (1 cup or 1.5 oz) 3-4 Meat Protein Servings (3-4 oz) 8-14 Grain Servings (1 slice, ½ cup) A couple extras (cookie, salad dressing) For more information, go to WINForum.org 11

How to remember serving sizes… By comparison: 1 cup dried cereal = baseball 3 oz cooked meat = deck of cards Small baked potato = computer mouse ½ cup = tennis ball 1½ oz cheese = 3 (1 inch) cubes 2 tbsp peanut butter = 1 golf ball For more information, go to WINForum.org

What foods that can help with healing injuries? Optimize vitamin, mineral status (Ca, Zn, Fe, D, Mg, A) Ensure adequate protein Modify calorie intake Get support for depression and disordered eating

Eat the Rainbow! Three + colors at each meal

Are all calories created equal? Candy vs whole grains Short term energy vs. longer lasting nutrient rich energy Closer to earth more nutrition BUT- be aware of fiber’s effect on sports performance For more information, go to WINForum.org

What are some ‘health foods’ that are actually unhealthy? Diet soda – artificial sweeteners Sugar Free Popsicles Rice cakes – lacks nutritional content, pair with PB Fruit cocktail juice – limited real fruit, sugar added Fruit Roll-ups For more information, go to WINForum.org

How do I gain muscle while losing fat? Eat more when you are more active Choose high carbohydrate, moderate protein, nutrient dense foods Choose foods that are baked or grilled, not fried Limit sugary foods Never skip breakfast This starts with breakfast For more information, go to WINForum.org

For more information, go to WINForum.org Why not a “fad diet”? Lose weight, but also lose energy Weight gain after diet is complete Change in mood Can lead to more serious problems such as eating disorders For more information, go to WINForum.org

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What are some common game day mistakes? Trying new foods Not staying hydrated Consuming energy drinks Eating too much or too little food For more information, go to WINForum.org

Are energy drinks a good way to get a boost of energy on the field? Claims of ‘no crash’ are not true (not regulated by FDA) Lots of caffeine; harmful substances not FDA approved Players can test positive on drug tests from energy drinks Concentration of sugar is at least 3x sports drinks For more information, go to WINForum.org

The Sports Nutrition Game Plan – Make it Work for You! 22

Energy Filled Eating Plan Breakfast Snack Lunch Dinner Snack (optional, are you hungry?) **Time meals and snacks no more than 3-4 hours apart** For more information, go to WINForum.org 23

Nutrition Pre-Exercise- Eat & Drink Stay hydrated daily Check urine color 2–3 hours before exercise: Drink 14–20 oz During active warm-up: 8 fl oz, about 8 swallows/gulps For more information, go to WINForum.org 24

Breakfast: Build a base Did you know? People who skip breakfast tend to have a slower metabolism Eat 1/3 (or more) of your calories at BREAKFAST 25

What’s Next? Lunch! Carbohydrate driven with protein and a little fat 3 or more foods Turkey bagel sandwich, mango, yogurt, granola bar Chicken burrito, berries, milk PB and J, low fat yogurt, banana Ham and cheese rollup, juice, wheat crackers 26

Snack Attack Low in fat, high in carbs! Sports Bars Low-fat muffin and skim milk Microwaved egg (1.5 min) on English muffin Fruit and yogurt with whole wheat bagel Yogurt with granola Toaster waffle w/ peanut butter and jam String cheese and fruit Boost sport drink Fig Newtons Crackers + Cheese Trail Mix Peanut Butter Pretzels HB egg with Bread For more information, go to WINForum.org 27

Game On! Nutrition During Exercise Replace fluid losses and maintain blood glucose for performance Use online sweat calculator 30-60 g CHO/hour = 16 oz+ Gatorade/hr Eat snacks provided at half- time Drink fluids throughout the game For more information, go to WINForum.org 28

Post Exercise: Re-hydrate, Re-Fuel, Rest Weigh yourself before and after exercise. For every pound you lose, drink 16-24 fluid ounces. Athletes carry a water bottle Cool flavored drinks seem to assist in hydration For more information, go to WINForum.org 29

Re-Fuel: Sample Post Workout Ideas (carb and protein) Yogurt and Yogurt Drinks Granola bar and string cheese Muffin (w nuts) Fruit and bagel What do you eat??

For more information, go to WINForum.org Why Chocolate Milk? Chocolate milk and sport drink equally effective in refueling athletes for repeated bout of exercise Endurox R4 50% less time to exhaustion Perfect 3-4g carb:1g protein ratio For more information, go to WINForum.org 31

Dinner: Re-fuel continued… Carbohydrate driven meal with lean protein and healthy fat Divide plate into thirds Samples: Salmon, green beans, brown rice, milk Chicken and veggie pasta, green salad, milk Quinoa salad, steamed broccoli, yogurt parfait For more information, go to WINForum.org 32

Top Sport Nutrition Tips WINForum Sports Nutrition Game Plan Coaches: ask students to use the PLAN Allow time to hydrate and fuel at practice and games Remind athletes to REST For more information, go to WINForum.org 33

Where to go for more info: WINForum : www.winforum.org Momentum Nutrition & Fitness: www.momentum4health.com American Dietetics Association: www.eatright.org MyPlate: www.choosemyplate.gov PowerBar: www.powerbar.com For more information, go to WINForum.org

For more information contact: Emily Edison, MS, RD WINForum Coordinator For more information contact: 206-682-3699 info@winforum.org