Some swear by it, for others it makes them sick. Many of my players like to start drinking a PowerAde or Gatorade at this time. Again trial and error here but your best bet is to start with your energy drinks here in my opinion. I highly recommend a Gatorade or PowerAde during the game. I am not usually very big on commercial products in this area as in many cases it is all about the dollar but in this case these companies have done some very extensive research and in my opinion they have done a good job.
I have found that players generally have more energy towards the end of the game then when they consume a commercial drink as compared to when they just drink water. Even with my own training I find a huge difference when I drink a commercial drink or for that matter even fruit juice rather than water. The reason I want to address this is because this can be just as important if not more important than pre game or in game drinks.
Recovery after the game especially when playing games over a weekend in a tournament of even when playing back-to-back games in consecutive days is crucial.
Most experts will agree that following a game you have a window of opportunity of about 30 minutes to restore muscle glycogen. The reason this is so crucial is because glycogen, in large part, is what gives your fast twitch muscle fibers energy. At the end of the game this muscle glycogen is depleted and needs to be restored ASAP especially if you are playing again within a hour period.
As with the previous questions you are bound to get different answers here depending on whom you ask as to the best way to restore glycogen. A former writer for the magazine and NHL strength coach wrote an article on this where he recommended marshmallow squares; another one of my colleagues recommends chocolate or strawberry flavored milk.
This is where you need to get slow acting carbs in you, best sources are pastas and rice, and make sure to have some protein with it… And continue the hydration process. The warm-up is essential for getting your body ready to go, if you warm-up properly your legs will be in the game before the first puck drops.
Nutrition : The last major part of fueling comes in the form of a snack, roughly 2. The snack should be high in slow acting carbs and easily digestible, this will allow for a quick start and to prevent a crash later on. A simple snack is a whole wheat bagel with peanut butter, or a muffin with fruit. Nutrition : One of the most important meals is your post-game meal. It replenishes your energy stores, promotes muscle recovery and growth, and keeps the immune system high, all of which allows a pro to consistently compete hard the same way all season long.
As soon as you are undressed, consume a source of fructose a sweet fruit like pineapple, or grape juice , then minutes afterwards, have a full meal that is high in protein, slow acting carbs, and different colors of vegetables. Physical : Cooling-down properly is essential to reduce the risk of injury and to keep the skating stride long. Stretch out the muscle groups that get activated during the game e.
Finish with a cold tub or some contrast therapy. Mental : Dwelling on the past is wasted energy; however, learning from it can make you a better player. The advice I have received from the pros I work with is take a step a way from the game for the night and analyze your play the next day when your emotions are in check. From there, build on your successes and make sure you do not repeat the same mistakes.
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We value your privacy and would never spam you. Wholemeal chicken wrap This is my personal favourite pre-game meal and probably the easiest and most convenient of the ones listed here. Optional: You can add a light dressing of balsamic vinaigrette 2. Wholewheat pasta with grilled chicken or tuna and veg Mix wholemeal pasta with a high protein source such as chicken or tuna.
Grilled salmon with brown rice and veg Salmon has plenty of omega 3 which offers some great benefits. When should you eat your pre-game meal? What about carbo-loading? How much do I need? About The Author Lauren Penny. Leave A Response Cancel reply. Web hosting and nomain names.
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