by Andrea Dacey | Apr 17, 2017 | Blogs
Good nutrition can help build muscle mass, increase speed, decrease body fat, gain weight, provide optimal recovery, and fuel performance. Football season is right around the corner and the time to dial in the nutrition and training programs is in the spring months....
by Andrea Dacey | Jan 25, 2017 | Blogs
Q & A with the San Diego Sports Dietitian What Should Gymnasts Drink? Water is best for most athletes. Plan to drink about 2 cups (16 ounces) of water 2 to 3 hours before training or competition. Then drink 1 cup (8 ounces) of water 10 to 20 minutes before...
by Andrea Dacey | Jan 21, 2017 | Blogs
The purpose of a weight loss meal plan is to help athletes lose body fat and maintain lean muscle mass without causing a detriment to performance. One main goal of this plan is to eat nutrient-rich foods that are lower in total calories but provide adequate nutrition...
by Andrea Dacey | Jun 21, 2016 | Blogs
By Andrea Dacey, RDN, CSSD | Updated Septermber 2026 Quick answer: Singles: 300–660 calories per hour Doubles: 210–450 calories per hour Competitive teens & young adults: 5,000–7,000 calories per day (total intake, training + competition) Tennis players burn 5 to...
by Andrea Dacey | May 14, 2016 | Blogs
Just as athletes train for their sport, they must also “train their guts.” Athletes who are not used to drinking or eating during exercise are more likely to develop GI symptoms in training and competition. The sports dietitian is the nutrition coach for an athlete....
