What time of day is it good to eat a pre-game meal?
The timing of the pre-game meal can be different for each athlete based on what and how much the athlete is eating. However, these are the guidelines for the timing of a pre-game meal: Large meal (over 600 calories) – 3-5 hours pre-event Small meal (300-500 calories) – 2-3 hours pre-event Blenderized meal (300-500 calories) – 1-2 hours pre-event Small Snack (50-200 calories) – 1/2 – 1 hour pre-event Athletes need to practice the above timing of meals to learn what is comfortable and the right amount of fuel for the workouts but still settle well. 3. How important is drinking water? Drinking water is important to prevent dehydration which can cause fatigue, heat illness and reduced performance. Athletes should be drinking at least 10-12 cups of fluid per day. It’s important to drink fluids (about 16 oz. 30-60 minutes) before exercise to ensure adequate hydration. A sports-drink such as Gatorade or Powerade also provides a quick source of energy and electrolytes, and can also promote inc
