Many student athletes live in dorms and residential housing on or near campus. Frequently, very busy athletic and study schedules prevent many student athletes from preparing and eating well-balanced meals. Sometimes nutritious foods are available in university residential settings, but student athletes who are not well educated about nutrition make poor food choices and therefore, may suffer from marginal nutrient imbalances and deficiencies that over time adversely affect their performance in athletics, and in the classroom.

Student athletes need regular well-balanced, well-prepared nutritious meals and snacks to maintain the high energy demands of training, competition and the rigor of an academic program. Sickness, injury and general feelings of fatigue can be significantly improved when a student athlete takes a personal, active interest in his or her diet. The information contained in this section addresses many topics related to sports nutrition. Student athletes should be aware that a healthy, well-balanced diet can make an essential contribution toward academic and athletic excellence!!

Detailed information about nutrition and performance.

Here are a list of topical issues and questions that may be of interest to many student athletes, and others who work with student athletes.

Nutrition Health

Dietary Needs

Liquid Intake

Carbohydrate Intake

Fat Intake

Protein Intake

Vitamin Needs

Nutrition References

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