Basics on sports nutrition 

Nutrition and physical activity go hand in hand. Activity demands carbohydrates and fat as fuel; protein to build and maintain lean tissues; vitamins and minerals to support energy metabolism and water to help distribute the nutrients and to get rid of heat and waste products. A well-balanced, nutritious diet is essential for optimum performance in any physical activity. 

This diet contains the following nutrients:

• Carbohydrates
• Fat
• Protein
• Vitamins
• Minerals
• Water