Another main nutrient that many people forget about is water. This nutrient, which makes up about 75% of your body, is very important for an athlete because each time you participate in strenuous exercise, sweat glands remove water and release it as sweat to cool your body. Therefore, you lose water while participating, and must replenish after. However, beginning with enough water to sustain these processes is also important. Humans in general need at least 1 Liter of water daily, making this requirement even more for athletes. On the day of your big game, you should intake about 1.5 cups of water 1-2 hours before, and 1.25 cups 10 to 15 minutes before. During the game, you should drink about a half-cup of water. The chart below demonstrates these amounts clearly.
Some other important nutrients that people forget about are vitamins and minerals. Vitamins are basically organic molecules that help control body processes and most are taken in through food. Minerals, such as calcium and iron, are often forgotten about. These minerals are very important for teens because they help to build strong bones. The average intake of calcium for females is 1300 mg daily, which can be achieved by drinking milk.
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Some other important nutrients that people forget about are vitamins and minerals. Vitamins are basically organic molecules that help control body processes and most are taken in through food. Minerals, such as calcium and iron, are often forgotten about. These minerals are very important for teens because they help to build strong bones. The average intake of calcium for females is 1300 mg daily, which can be achieved by drinking milk.
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