Sports and Nutrition

Sports nutrition is the study and practice

of nutrition and diet with regards to
improving anyone's athletic performance.
Nutrition is an important part of many
sports training regimens, being popular
in strength sports and endurance sports.
 Importance of Nutrition to Athletic Performance

Nutrition can help enhance athletic

performance. An active lifestyle and
exercise routine, along with eating well, is
the best way to stay healthy. Eating a good
diet can help provide the energy you need to
finish a race, or just enjoy a casual sport or
activity.
 Dietary Supplements and Sports Performance

In the aggregate, dietary supplements may

contribute to athletic performance, according
to the Office of Dietary Supplements. “For any
individual to physically perform at his or her
best, a nutritionally adequate diet and
sufficient hydration are critical,” stated
authors from the Office of Dietary
Supplements.