The phrase “You can’t out train a bad diet” couldn’t be more true, even if you are one of the best athletes in the world. Whether you are an adult, amateur athlete, weekend warrior, or just want to loose a few pounds working out alone is not enough. Here are a few reasons why eating a well balanced diet, based on a variety of fruits, vegetables, lean meats, nuts, seeds and low fat dairy will give you better results.

  • Increase energy level
  • Improve concentration
  • Improve metabolic function
  • Train longer
  • Train harder
  • Delay fatigue
  • Improve body composition
  • Improve strength
  • Help maintain a healthy immune system
  • Reduce Injury
  • Reduce risk of heat cramps and stomach aches
  • Promote Recovery

Reference:
Eat Right for Sports Performance. Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. https://www.eatright.org/Public/content.aspx?id=7056. Accessed January 10, 2013.