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Originally Posted by mcdanrd
Often times, after a short night followed by a long day at work my energy level is less than desirable when it comes time to step on the court. I've been boosting my energy level with a large Snickers and a 20oz Mountain Dew which seems to work well but is not very healthy. Do any of you have healthy ways that you boost your pre-game energy level?
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I too have experienced same problem. Engery drinks or not good for me. Wires me up too fast, concentration completely breaks down, and I'm gritterly on the court. Gatorades has even thrown me off. I now stick to water only during my games, nothing that got any kind of ingredients to offset something deficient. I have tried eating a big lunch but sometimes this has had a negative effect too. It caused me to be tired depending on what I had for lunch. I think potatoes (from a post earlier here) and some red meats are bad and energy draining. For me, it is still a work in progress but I'm back to the salads, and possibly a chicken or fish sandwich from a fast food before the game if I feel the need. I always eat a big steak dinner before a long weekend tournament (summer).
There are some pretty slick books and articles from NBA officials that talk about their daily routines and how they manage their bodies during the day, getting ready for the next game. Starting today, I have 5 straight days of big games this week. This is a key week for me and possibly my biggest this season. I got to have my A-game so nutrition and hopefully not burning myself out at work during the day, is very important.