Delving More Deeply into Nutrition and Athletic Performance

The first of this two-part series, published in the June 2012 issue of Food Technology, reviewed the general principles of nutrition and athletic performance. The broad nutrient and food groups, general categories of caloric requirements, hydration, and electrolyte needs were examined.

A spectrum of studies and position statements among credible sports nutrition organizations underscore the importance of proper nutrition and adequate hydration as fundamental principles for optimal athletic perfor…