Travel Considerations for Performance Athletes

Source: Nutrition for Travel: From Jet Lag to Catering

For your performance athletes, domestic and international travel presents a regular challenge, particularly when it's associated with competition pressure or the need to support specialized training, such as altitude or heat adaptation. This episode delves into how strategic nutrition and meticulous planning can mitigate common travel woes and optimise performance for track-and-field athletes and other elite competitors.

Topics include:

• Jet Lag
• ⚠️Melatonin Supplementation - why it's not recommended
• Caffeine Intake
• Meal Timing and Composition
• Travel Fatigue
• Travel Hygiene
• Optimal Catering in New Environments