Eating and Drinking Before Sport

Choose high carbohydrate, low fat foods that are familiar and well tolerated.
Experiment in training with the timing and type of meals and snacks to suit individual preferences and your sport
Practice different pre-exercise eating ideas in training, not during competition.
Develop a good pre-exercise drinking strategy to start exercise well hydrated.
Try a liquid or low fibre meal if pre-competition nerves or other factors cause GIT upset.
Monitor the effects of food and drink choices on your performance
Speak to a sports dietitian for individual advice or visit www.sportsdietitians.com for more fact sheets and resources.