Caffeine + Exercise: A Winning Combo?
Sanford POWER: Sports & Athletic Training | Nutrition
by Terry Vandrovec
2y ago
Many of us start out our day with a hot cup of coffee to get going. But have you ever considered how caffeine may affect your workouts? Do you already use caffeine-containing supplements to boost your performance? Let’s take a look at caffeine’s role in exercise and how best to use can benefit your performance and avoid its downfalls. Benefit 1: More alertness Caffeine is a naturally occurring compound found in many of our favorite foods and beverages: coffee, tea and chocolate to name a few. Caffeine is a stimulant and has been demonstrated to improve physical strength and endurance, as well ..read more
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Meal Prep 101 for Busy Athletes
Sanford POWER: Sports & Athletic Training | Nutrition
by Digital.Marketing
2y ago
One of the biggest roadblocks athletes experience on their journey to healthier eating is simply not having enough time in the day to prepare food. Busy athletes and their families have tight schedules. They may eat at strange hours, on the road or in the bleachers. Sometimes they get so busy that they resort to fast food, energy bars or protein shakes for many meals. These quick-and-easy solutions are acceptable occasionally, but the best fuel for athletes is fresh, energy-rich food. Many of which you won’t find at the gas station or drive-thru. To accommodate their busy schedules without sac ..read more
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Choosing healthy snacks on the road
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by Terry Vandrovec
4y ago
If you’re traveling to a competition and you find yourself without snacks, a gas station or convenience store can provide easy access to light nourishment. But – while it can be tempting to choose foods with little to no nutritional value – selecting items like candy, chips, pizza or soda can leave you with low energy and stomach issues before your game begins. Instead, feel fueled and ready to compete using this guide for selecting healthy snacks on the go. Almonds, peanuts, trail mix or nut butter + fresh fruit Choose a package of nuts, trail mix or peanut butter and add fruit for a snack ..read more
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Sugar and Athletes
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by Terry Vandrovec
4y ago
Too much sugar in a diet can lead to many not-so-sweet health consequences. But can athletes get away with having more sugar in their food and beverages? Learn about the different kinds of sugar, which sugars you should limit and when sugar can improve athletic performance before you decide for yourself. Added sugars vs. natural sugars Foods with added sugar contain sugars that were purposefully put into the food during processing. Companies use added sugar to improve a food’s flavor, texture or coloring. Added sugars include additional calories and do not provide any extra nutrition. Many hea ..read more
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Milk: What kind is right for you?
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by Terry Vandrovec
4y ago
When you walk down the dairy aisle, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the different types of milk. There are dairy and non-diary choices, cow’s milk, plant-based alternatives and more. But what’s the right kind of milk for you? People may choose a cow’s milk alternative for several reasons – lactose intolerance and dairy allergies, taste preferences or diets preferences, to name a few. And as an athlete, you’ll want to choose the milk that best nourishes your body. We hope this sports nutrition guide will help clear up the confusion at the grocery store. Dairy Milk/Cow’s Milk 1 cup: 80 calories ..read more
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Sanford POWER Golf Services
Sanford POWER: Sports & Athletic Training | Nutrition
by Walter.Enriquez
5y ago
Drive your game with golf services from Sanford POWER. Our golf specialists are trained to evaluate your fundamentals and help you make the adjustments that will impact your final score. Not all swings are created equal. Your body and physical fitness level affect how you swing the club. The golf swing is a balance between mobility and stability. The more your body is able to be mobile and stable, the more efficient your swing will be. The more efficient your swing is, the better golf you will play.We offer: Physical assessments to effectively screen and identify limiting factors of a player ..read more
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Sanford POWER Golf Academy
Sanford POWER: Sports & Athletic Training | Nutrition
by Walter.Enriquez
5y ago
Whether you’re looking to adjust your swing or become a stronger player, Sanford POWER is here to help drive your game no matter your age or current skill set. The Sanford POWER Golf Academy in Sioux Falls is the most comprehensive golf program in the region, bringing together skill work with sports science, physical therapy, and strength and conditioning. Options include: Coaching from PGA teaching professional Todd Kolb Golf movement and performance analysis Golf movement and mobility services Strength, speed and power training Golf nutrition and hydration services The post Sanford PO ..read more
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