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The Hockey Player's Diet

By Dana Green, LiveStrong, 12/12/17, 12:00PM PST

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Before a tough workout, hockey players should eat meals rich in complex carbohydrates to make sure they have the glycogen stores to get through their workouts. 

Hockey is a fast-paced, anaerobic activity that requires a great deal of energy. Hockey players need to ensure their nutrition is sound, that they’re eating enough to fuel grueling on-ice and off-ice workouts and that they are eating the right types of macronutrients to maintain muscle over a long season. Even amateur hockey players need to pay close attention to diet if they want to have explosive power and speed on the ice.

Basic Nutrition

The foods you eat can be broken down into three main categories: carbohydrates, protein and fat. All athletes should eat a balanced diet with a healthy mix of these macronutrients. For a hockey player, an important decision is deciding on the best ratio for optimal performance in an anaerobic, short-duration sport.