Lunch
Leslie Bonci Talks Meals for Athletes at Super Bowl XLVII
Pittsburgh Steelers dietitian Leslie Bonci took some time at the Gatorade Fuel Bar at Super Bowl XLVII to walk us through the breakfast, lunch and dinner recommendations she gives to [...]
5 Low-Calorie Pantry Staples to Have on Hand
The best tip I can offer any athlete on healthy eating is to always plan ahead. Having grocery items washed, chopped and already cooked allows for a week of clean [...]
BCAAs Effectively Build Muscle and Trim Fat
You've probably heard of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) and their benefits. But have you ever questioned why they are so popular with people looking to build muscle? There is no [...]
Kait’s Meal of the Month: Cremini Mushroom and Spinach Crustless Quiche
Editor's Note: Tired of hearing why it's important to eat healthy and what your diet should consist of? If you're a STACK reader, you know by now that certain foods [...]
Fuel Your Performance: Game-Day Meal Plan for Basketball Players
Basketball athletes know that their season is long and physically demanding. But many players don't know how to balance and time their meals throughout the day, particularly during a tournament [...]
The Easy Basketball Diet
By now athletes understand the importance of good nutrition. However, the challenge I faced was to create a diet for high school athletes that was functional, easy to follow and [...]
3 Ways to Pack a Healthier Lunch
It's lunchtime, your stomach is grumbling and that frozen meal just does not sound appealing for the third time this week. Lunch is always an important meal for student-athletes, especially [...]
7 Ways Your Salad Is Making You Fat
Salad always sounds like a healthy choice, but it's not a sure thing. There are tons of ways to screw up a salad. Adding fried chicken or creamy dressing, for [...]
An Authentic Italian Diet for Athletes
Italian food is hugely popular the night before games. It provides the nutrients and energy needed to fuel performance. However, the benefits of an Italian diet go well beyond the [...]
Pro Plates: Lunch
Lunch can help you recover from a morning workout. But even if you haven’t completed a training session, lunch is a great way to prepare for activity later in the day. Denver Broncos LB [...]