Question

Truth or False: eating a meal three hours prior to a sporting event can harm performance

Answer 1

Answer:

False

Explanation:

Diet is a fundamental part in the life of the athletes. According to specialists, pre-event meals are extremely important for athletes. In fact, eating a meal that contains a large amount of carbohydrates three hours prior to the event can actually improve an athlete's performance.

Examples of recommended pre-event meals are:

• Fruits
• Toast
• Cereal
• Pasta.