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  • Sports Nutrition
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Nutritional Science

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  • Proper nutrition is essential for athletes to maximize performance during training and competition.
  • Athletes can meet their nutritional requirements through a diverse intake of whole foods.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the nutritional strategies for athletes.
  • To outline macronutrient and micronutrient considerations for athletic performance.

Main Methods:

  • A clinical review was conducted.
  • Relevant literature was identified through a PubMed search from 1980 to 2016.
  • The evidence level was determined to be Level 4.

Main Results:

  • Athletes require daily and activity-specific nutritional goals to fuel training effectively.
  • Body composition goals, such as gaining lean mass, losing fat, or maintaining weight, influence dietary needs based on the competitive season.

Conclusions:

  • Macronutrient requirements for athletes vary based on sport, exercise timing, and seasonal status.
  • Specific micronutrient guidelines for athletes are not established, but testing is recommended for those with deficiencies or injuries.
  • Athletes who exclude specific food groups, such as vegetarians, may need dietary supplementation to prevent nutrient deficiencies.