High 5s: More to come this fall

June 28, 2012

The end of the 2011-12 school year also signaled our final High 5s until the fall season begins.

Check back in mid-August for our first High 5s of 2012-13. Below is the list, with links, of this spring's honorees.

This spring's previous honorees

Coaches Guide to Nutrition: Building a Performance Plate

Proper nutrition is key to athletic performance, and it all starts with how you build your plate.

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Athletes need at least three balanced meals a day, plus snacks, to fuel training, competition, and recovery.

But knowing what — and how much — to eat can be confusing.

That’s why we’re breaking down the “Performance Plate” model to help guide your choices.

Whether it’s a rest day, intense practice, or game day, this simple visual approach ensures you’re getting the right mix of carbohydrates, protein, healthy fats, and colorful fruits and vegetables at every meal.

Information above is excerpted from UDIM’s A Coach’s Guide to Nutrition.