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For every physical activity the body requires energy. This requirement varies according to the duration and severity of physical activity. Individual daily energy requirements also vary with age, sex, phase of training type of event of sports, climate etc. the athlete personal
energy requirement may, therefore, be anywhere in the range from around zero calories to around 6000 calories. In sports it is generally accepted that carefully planned nutrition like
carefully planned training has a decisive influence on athletic performance carefully planned nutrition might to thought of as the right balance between the energy and nutrition content of the
athlete’s and the energy and nutrient demands of his life style. It is most commonly considered in strength sports. Example, weight lifting and bodybuilding and endurance sport example, cycling,
running and triathlon. It deals with nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, supplements and organic substances such as carbohydrates, proteins and sugars in serious athletes of all sports who want to make use of nutrition for their benefit. An athlete’s dietary regimen plays a vital part in
accomplishing his/her goals because it allows the athlete to reach his/her maximum performance. The goals of sports nutrition try to answer the questions such as what types of foods and fluids
should be consumed? What to eat and drink and when throughout the day?