EAT BREAKFAST!!

Is breakfast the most important meal fo the day?

No.

All meals all equally important. BUT...breakfast is the one meal that sets us up for success throughout the day by fueling our bodies and regulating our blood sugar. If you have practice in the afternoon or evening  it's crucial to begin the fueling process right away. If you have practice in the morning it's also crucial to fuel for that practice. Fueling for a morning practice, however, may look a little different in terms of how much you can eat or the types of foods you can eat.  

Don't like eating in the morning? It's likely that is due to the fact that you trained your body not to like it. Guess what? You can train it back! Start with something small or even just a few bites and start the process of training your GI system to take in food. Doing this will re-set your hunger cues!

Below are some examples of healthy balanced fueling breakfasts for athletes! Try the ones that sound good to...

Overnight Oats is a perfect solution for busy athletes. It take a few minutes to make one night and you can grab and go the rest of the week! Oats are loaded with fiber, specifically a slow absorbing fiber that keeps your blood sugar stable and keeps you fuller for longer. Oats also offer you micronutrients such as B Vitamins (for energy), iron (to carry oxygen throughout our blood stream) , and zinc (boosting immunity). Protein is also higher in Oats than most other grains. Oats truly are an athletes best ally. The good news doesn't stop there....because it can taste great if you prepare it the way you like ti! Try these versions of overnight oats and notice how your performance improves!

Peaches and Cream

Combine oats, Flax milk, Protein Powder, Sliced Peaches Agave and Half and Half in a mixing bowl and mix thoroughly. Place mixture into mason jars, cover and refrigerate overnight.

Apple Cinnamon Pecan

Crush Pecans and Dice Apples. Place both in large bowl. Add Whole...