Eat me!

One of the very best, and most complete proteins is the egg. There was a time when consumers were warned about eating eggs/their yolks for fear they would make you fat or that they had dangerous amounts of cholesterol and increased heart disease–all claims without conclusive evidence. Well, we now know eggs to be nearly the best, if not the best source of protein we can eat. This is important for athletes as eggs are cheap and easy to make and go with just about anything. Want more information on the egg? Check out Two eggs a day keep the doctor away.

On the go athletes need protein especially while in-season because we’re constantly creating micro trauma to muscles from the high demands of competitive sports, practices and strength training… not to mention the importance of protein for the success in the classroom. It’s not always easy to get the desired protein or always be able to eat the protein sources of choice. That’s why I believe there is a place for supplementation. Quality supplementation can be found if you do your research. Don’t worry, I’ve done the research for you with with my favorite protein for on the go convenience. Now, if you’re not concerned with the quality of the protein you’re ingesting, this protein is not for you. Then you’re better off buying the over hyped product at the big box nutrition center.

A well rounded “nutrition blueprint” is really what athletes should look into. Wait, my friend Jeff Cavaliere has put together a Teen Sports Nutrition Blueprint that takes away much of the guesswork.

The information is there my friend. It’s our job as coaches, athletes and parents to deliver.

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