Sports Performance Plan Toronto
Sports Performance Plan in Toronto
Are you exercising regularly, training for a competition or looking to improve your performance in a specific sport? Are you falling short in achieving your body composition goals and/or improving your sports performance? Do you wonder about carb loading before a competition or the right type of diet for your lifestyle and exercise regime?
Nadine can work with you and your personal trainer or coach to develop a meal plan to boost energy levels, prevent hunger and stay hydrated pre and post work-out so you can perform to your maximum potential.
Who is the Sports Performance Plan for?
- Those that exercise regularly but are failing to achieve their goals.
- Those preparing for a competition or a marathon.
- Those working on changing their body composition.
- Those looking to balance pre, post and during workout/training snacks and fluids to maximize fuel uptake.
How does diet help?
Looking at your hydration status and the timing, quality and quantity of the different nutrients you consume can make a big difference in helping you fuel your body properly and ultimately reaching your goals while considering your dietary and lifestyle preferences.
What is included in the Sports Performance Plan in Toronto?
- 5 sessions (45 min initial assessment and 4 follow up sessions-20 min each)
- Nutrition and lifestyle assessment including anthropometric measurements
- Personalized nutrition, lifestyle and supplement recommendations
- Individualized menu planner to provide meal choices in amounts based on your macronutrient requirements
- Support and accountability
- Blood work and relevant biomarkers testing and/or review
- Educational tools and resources
Nutrition and Lifestyle Assessment
- During your initial 45 min assessment, Nadine will review your health goals, lifestyle, exercise regime, medical history, blood work, medications, supplement use, eating patterns, portion sizes, food preferences and any food intolerances/allergies, activity/exercise regimen and any restaurants frequented. Body measurements can be taken (weight, waist and hip circumference) and more detailed anthropometric testing including VO2max can be ordered.
- After your assessment, Nadine will provide you with valuable feedback on your diet and lifestyle and review practical strategies for improving your eating habits and nutritional status to help you reach your peak performance. This can include methods for managing weight and/or changing your body composition; managing hunger, cravings or emotional eating; boosting energy and overall nutritional status; improving exercise performance and recovery; and managing specific health condition/s or food intolerance/s.
- Based on your assessment, Nadine will determine your hydration and nutritional needs including macronutrient requirements and provide you with a nutrition plan that outlines the best types of foods, portions, supplements (if needed), food combinations and meal timing to optimize your sports’ performance.
Personalized Menu and Grocery List
- During your follow-up sessions (weekly or bi-weekly), Nadine can review your food diary, take your body measurements (if appropriate) and help you overcome challenges and set goals. You can learn how to eat before and after exercise, read food labels, eat healthy at restaurants, manage food cravings, modify unhealthy behavior, eat mindfully, improve your relationship with food, and remain motivated.
- Nadine can also help you create a personalized menu and grocery list based on your nutritional needs, food preferences, schedule and lifestyle. Your plan will be structured, easy to follow and can outline options for all meals and snacks. It can include restaurant and on-the-go options and your favourite treats.
- You will feel empowered with the ability to make appropriate food choices in line with your lifestyle preferences while eating a nutrient dense and satisfyingly balanced diet that will support your sports performance goals.
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