NUTRITION
Nutrition is an
Essential Component in the sport of Wrestling
Proper nutrition is an essential component for a wrestler to be
successful. Eating a well balanced diet allows for proper tissue repair,
tissue growth and allows for energy needed for training and competition.
Nutritional
Education for Athletes
As an athlete, you need to be aware that your body is like a highly tuned
machine. Food we eat is like gasoline to a race car--poor gas means poor
performance. Proper nutrition is also essential for growth and repair of
body tissue. Lastly, some people need to become more in tune to what they
eat because they are overweight. Some athletes may need to educate
themselves in this matter. There are many resources available to help
you. You can start here by reading the following sites on the world wide
web.
Practical Guide to Health and Travel
Taking Control - Nutrition and Weight
The
Food Guide Pyramid