NUTRITION
Proper nutrition is vital for optimal performance and overall health and well-being. Avoid soda, fast food, fatty foods, fried foods, and candy. These foods offer little nutritional value and have many undesirable side effects. A balanced diet that includes fish, meat, grains, vegetables, and fruit is recommended. On game days, a bigger meal should be consumed if possible two to four hours before competition. Carbohydrates with some moderate amounts of protein are recommended.
Hydration is a key component to pregame and practice preparation. Athletes should stay hydrated. Proper hydration helps decrease fatigue and the chance of muscle cramps.
Sleep strengthens muscle recovery and development, mental alertness, and focus. Make sleep a part of your regular training regimen. Try to sleep at least 8 hours each night. This requires that athletes balance their academic, social, and sports schedule to make sure they get adequate sleep.
More specific nutrition information will be provided to players during the season.
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INJURIES AND HEALTH CONCERNS
All injuries should be reported immediately to the coaches. It is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to report to the coaches of any preexisting injury. The Shell Lake Football Program will rely on the student’s health care provider, Joel Anderson, and Brianna Thompson (District Nurse) for advice on injuries and recovery.
Injured players must be at practice, in athletic clothing, unless excused by a health care provider or by the head coach. Athletes need to provide the head coach written documentation from their health care provider if they cannot participate.
Any player who is injured and cannot participate normally should be prepared to workout physically and mentally during practice (as determined by the coaches and their health care provider).