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TIP: Tip of the Month Nutrition and conditioning are important for all of us--not just athletes. Eating like an athlete includes eating a variety of healthy foods. It also includes keeping hydrated. Water is a very important nutrient. Without water, dehydration can occur which causes us to get tired or experience muscle cramps. So be sure to drink water every day--especially during exercising. |
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RECIPE:
Easy Pasta Salad
(View in html or pdf.) Here is a great way to use fresh vegetables from your garden or a local farmers' market! |
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| FACT SHEET AND NEWS RELEASE:
Eat Like an Athlete Do athletes have special dietary needs? The answer to that is…it depends. Food needs are based on an individual’s size, gender and level of physical activity. Everyone has a need to consume a variety of nutrients every day, but the amount of food needed will vary from person to person.... View full fact sheet in html or pdf, and view press release in html or pdf. | |
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