Nutritional Needs for Swimmers

We know the demands of swimming on your swimmer. There could be early morning practices and long days of competition. It is so important to be in the mindset that food and nutrition is fuel for your swimmer. It helps with performance, recovery and overall health.

Here are 20 easy snacks for your "on the go swimmer: to eat:

(This also means, they can make them for themselves!)

1. PB and Banana Sandwich

2. Greek Yogurt and Berries

3. Trail Mix

4. Apple Slices with nut butter

5. String Cheese

6. Hard-Boiled Eggs

7. Hummus and Veggie Sticks

8. Protein Bars

9. Cottage Cheese

10. Energy Balls

11. Smoothies

12. Turkey/Ham & Cheese roll ups (or in a whole grain wrap)

13. Overnight Oats

14. Toast/Rice Cakes with Avocado

15. Granola Bars

Not only are these great snacks for your swimmers, they also are great snacks for parents throughout the work day or waiting for their swimmer to finish practice before dinner. Keep these handy so that your swimmer is able to fuel themselves before their practices and meets!

Also remember, your swimmer needs their 3 well balanced meals.