Coach's Guide to Nutrition: Celebrate Chocolate Milk Day on Sept. 27
September 22, 2026
National Chocolate Milk Day, celebrated on September 27, is a great opportunity to highlight a favorite drink that can also play a role in an athlete’s recovery routine.
For high school athletes, chocolate milk can be a convenient choice after a hard practice, workout or game.
It provides carbohydrates to help replace energy, protein to help repair and rebuild muscle, and fluids and electrolytes to support rehydration.
The first 30-45 minutes after exercise is an important time to begin refueling, and chocolate milk provides key nutrients athletes need to help their bodies recover and prepare for what’s next.
This National Chocolate Milk Day, raise a glass and refuel, rebuild and rehydrate for what’s next.
Information above is excerpted from UDIM’s A Coach’s Guide to Nutrition.
Coach's Guide to Nutrition: Fuel with School Lunch
July 23, 2024
School lunches can provide a number of healthy options for student-athletes and students in after-school clubs and activities. Fueling your brain is just as important as fueling your body. By eating lunch at school every day and including milk, protein, carbs, and color, you are setting yourself up for success on the field and in the classroom.
School meals are a great option for student-athletes because they are planned with growing bodies in mind. Your athletes might need a second meal or additional snacks, though, if they are still hungry or are not meeting their calorie needs.
COACHES: Contact your school's food service department to learn how they can support your team’s nutrition goals.
School lunches are made with student nutrition in mind!
Information above is excerpted from UDIM’s A Coach’s Guide to Nutrition.