02/18/2026
Your brain and body are a team—and what you feed them before a game can make all the difference 🧠💪
Fueling for peak performance starts with these 4 steps ⬇️
🥑 Eat a Balanced Meal (2–3 Hours Before Game): Combine carbs + protein + healthy fats for sustained energy. Examples: oatmeal with fruit and nut butter, turkey and cheese sandwich on whole grain bread, chicken fajita bowl with rice and veggies, or yogurt with berries and granola.
💧 Hydrate Early: Start sipping water well before game time. Dehydration can sabotage focus, reaction time, and mood.
🍌 Quick Re-Fuel (30–60 Minutes Before Game): Simple carbs like a banana, dried fruit, rice cakes with honey, or even a handful of candy can give your body a last boost of energy without causing stomach discomfort or digestive issues.
🧘 Mindful Eating: Avoid distractions while fueling. Notice your hunger/fullness and how different foods make you feel—this primes your body and mind for peak performance.
Fueling isn’t about “perfection” — it’s about listening to your body and giving it what it needs to perform, recover, and feel its best ⚡️
Nutrition isn’t one-size-fits-all! Our nutrition coaches can help you build a fueling strategy that works with your body and meets its needs 🤝