How to Feed a Young Athlete

Wondering what to feed your sporty child?

Whether they swim, row, cycle, play hockey, tennis, netball, cricket, athletics, or another sport, this practical guide helps parents confidently fuel their young athletes for training, competition, recovery and growth.

Packed with simple, evidence-based sports nutrition advice, you’ll learn what to feed your child before and after exercise, how to build balanced meals and snacks, and how to support their energy, performance and healthy development throughout their most important years of growth.

Written by Registered Sports & Public Health Nutritionists, this guide makes sports nutrition simple with realistic advice that works in everyday family life