in the kitchen
in the kitchen
by BRANDI GIVENS
RD, CPT
PUT SPRING IN YOUR SPORT WITH THE POWER OF NUTRITION
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March is National Nutrition Month ® and the 2026 theme is: Discover the Power of Nutrition. This spring, try refreshing your insight on how food can help your game bloom. From the most casual rec player to the budding pro, balanced nutrition really does have the power to give us that winning edge.
How Food Can Germinate Better Athletes
Eating well doesn’ t just shape how you look in your athletic wear. A nutrient-dense eating plan can:
• Supply energy for your body and brain to fuel you through those epic rallies.
• Sprout muscle growth to build strength and avoid injury.
• Speed muscle recovery, so you can concentrate on your shots, not your soreness.
• Support brain health to help you remember the score.
• Provide adequate hydration to avoid cramping and keep all your systems flowing.
• Boost your immune system, allowing more well days on the court.
Adding all these things up, it’ s clear that well-planned nutrition can powerfully impact your game.
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