🎧 Carbohydrates—Fueling Energy, Focus, and Recovery
Carbohydrates are often misunderstood, especially in a culture that frequently promotes low-carb eating. For young athletes, however, carbohydrates are essential. They fuel the muscles, support concentration and decision-making, and help the body recover between training sessions.
In this Listen & Learn lesson, you’ll discover why the body’s carbohydrate stores must be replenished consistently, how fiber-rich foods support everyday health and sustained energy, and when quick-digesting carbohydrates can be used strategically around training.
As you listen, consider where the biggest carbohydrate gap may be in your athlete’s day—at breakfast, at lunch, before practice, after training, or at dinner.
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