What to Eat Before Hockey?

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 13:58:09 +0000

If you are stuck wondering if you should eat anything before your big game, or skate on an empty stomach, remember that your body is fueled by what you eat. Of course there are things you definitely want to avoid before hitting the rink, like high fat foods, greasy foods, and most fast foods. These can actually use up your body’s energy because they are difficult to digest. Also avoid alcohol and caffeine before lacing up your skates, as they can dehydrate you, which isn’t good for any athlete! Finally, never try any kind of new food that your body isn’t used to. You never can tell how your body will react, so play it safe and leave the experimentation until after the game.

Hockey players burn through a lot of energy, so make sure you are eating plenty of high energy foods all day. Carbohydrates in bran, whole wheat pasta, oatmeal, nuts and fruit can be essential for keeping your energy levels high, but make sure you aren’t stuffing your face a few minutes before face off. Try to stop eating two hours before you play, though a quick granola bar can be helpful a few minutes before going out onto the ice.

High Energy Foods

admin — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 14:50:50 +0000

If you are feeling lazy or just want to give yourself an edge for the big game, here are some high energy foods that can really help to boost your energy levels. The first, rice bran, is the by product of a rice milling process that is often found in breakfast cereals and enriched breads. It contains a high number of antioxidants, helps reduce the risks of coronary heart disease, and has a high fiber content. Sweet potatoes are also a good source of energy, they are highly nutritious, and act as an antioxidant. Nuts and seeds are high in amino acids and fats, provide essential vitamins, high in fiber and high in carbohydrates.

Whole wheat pasta is a great choice if you are looking to boost energy but not gain weight and it reduces the risk of heart disease. Oatmeal is always a good choice if you are looking for more energy in the mornings and it helps with digestion throughout the day. It contains complex carbohydrates and fiber that also helps to stabilize blood glucose levels.

Some fruit are also high energy foods. Blue berries lower blood cholesterol levels, contain antioxidants, and are high in vitamin K. Oranges, grapefruits and lemons have great nutritional value. They are high in vitamin C minerals and dietary fiber. Figs can help to boost your energy levels, and are a great antioxidant. They also help in superior muscle function and bone strength. Finally, a great high energy and healthy fruit are apples. They are another great source of vitamin C and help to lower the chances of developing certain cancers.

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What to Eat Before Hockey?

High Energy Foods