Nutrition for Optimal Judo Performance for Young Players
Patrick M. Burris (hachidan, 2X Olympian, 1996 Olympic Coach)
David H. Fukuda (sandan, MS, CSCS)
Jeffrey R. Stout, (shodan, PhD, FNSCA, CSCS)
USA Stars Sports Training Center
Moore, Oklahoma
Introduction
Optimal nutrition is crucial for Judo players who seek to maximize their training and performance. No diet will have a direct impact on strength, power, or endurance, but a carefully planned diet allows Judo players to enhance training adaptations and compete to the best of their ability. The purpose of this article is to provide performance-enhancing nutritional practices that are based on the latest scientific evidence.
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