Dominant fuel source during moderate to high-intensity exercises.
Best fuel for working muscles.
Fats and proteins alone cannot supply enough energy at an efficient rate to ensure optimal performance.
For muscle growth and muscle repair after exercise.
Make red and white blood cells.
Make hormones and enzymes, which help regulate metabolism.
For normal growth and development.
Help absorb vitamins A, D, E, K, and carotenoids.
Help your body use some vitamins as well as plant chemicals known as “phytochemicals.”
Do you know what to eat before your exercise?
Do you know how to fuel during and after your exercise?
What are some healthy, nutritious dense snacks?
Are you confused about supplements?
Do you feel tired or sluggish?
The sports dietitians at MV Nutrition can help you
• boost your energy,
• lose body fat,
• build muscle,
• improve your athletic performance, and
• be a winner.
Think of the sports dietitian as your personal nutrition exercise coach who can assist you with your meal plan to enhance your performance when exercising. A nutritional assessment will include a computerized nutrition analysis, measurement of body fat, measurement of resting metabolic rate, and calculation of your total energy expenditure. Moreover, specific nutrition guidelines will be provided according to the exercise you perform.
After your meeting with the sports dietitian, you will know
• exactly how many calories you need to perform your exercise and live healthy,
• how many grams of protein, carbohydrate, and fat you will need,
• how to distribute your calories according to your exercise bouts and lifestyle, and
• how many grams of carbohydrate and protein you'll need before and after your workouts.