Skiing Nutrition

 

 

Do’s & Don’ts of Ski Nutrition

Do

• Pack a snack
  • Trail mix, dried fruit, and power bars are great choices
• Eat breakfast
  • Omelets, whole grain toast with peanut butter, and fruit are a good combination
• Balance the grains and protein
  • This will provide you the most long term energy
• Make sure to hydrate
  • Remember, skiing is a sport! Staying hydrated is one of the best ways to maintain energy through the day

Don’t

• Eat too much the night before
  • Overeating will affect the quality of your sleep
• Be tempted by the fried food at lunch
  • Although it tastes good, it will bloat you and depreciate your energy
• Drink too much coffee
  • Although it energizes you, it will also further dehydrate you
• Be afraid of a little bit of sugar
  • Having a little bit of sugar can help give you an extra boost of quick energy. Don’t have too much though!