11 Sports Nutrition Myths Debunked

Sarah and Marita dispel 11 sports nutrition myths. They break down the following:MYTH #1: I’ll PR if I cut out carbsMYTH #2: Athletes should avoid all sugarsMYTH #3: I’ll get extra energy and boosts from supplements, vitamins and mineralsMYTH #4: Too much protein will make me bulky MYTH #5: Coconut water is better than sports drinksMYTH #6: Sports drinks are the only way to get electrolytesMYTH #7: There is one diet/way of eating that will boost your performanceMYTH #8: You need to drink 8 cups of water per dayMYTH #9: A large serving of protein will improve my muscle recovery after training and competitionMYTH #10: Consuming calories before, during and after training and competing will cause weight gain. Plus, they’ll cancel out what I burn while exercisingMYTH #11: The vegan/vegetarian diet is not ideal for optimal performance in athletesClick here for the full show notes. Grab your free download comparing the nutrition content of popular gels/chews on the market Join our community on Facebook Learn more about the Nail Your Nutrition fueling course

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