One of the key factors for achieving the best results in sports, is in addition to good training and motivation, diet. For years, scientific studies have confirmed that proper nutrition leads Athletes to better results.

Science on the field of nutrition is very complex, and sometimes even deceptive. The average reader can hardly extract what he has to do to eat optimally from the information he is given. So we decided to write 10 simple rules that will lead to success:

1. EAT COLORFUL:

If your food has different colors, it has a mix of nutrients that your body needs. If you will enjoy lots of fruits and vegetables, the colorfulnes will be guaranteed.

2. EAT WHAT MOTHER NATURE PROVIDES:

When choosing food, choose the ones that are less procesed.

3. DO NOT AVOID HEALTHY FATS:

Fats are essential and necessary for a healthy and normal functioning of the body. Good sources of fats are: fish, seeds, nuts, unprocessed butter, olives, olive oil, avocados, eggs ...

4. EAT PROTEIN:

Good sources of protein are foods of animal origin, mainly meat. A satisfactional source of protein are legumes.

5. EAT CARBOHYDRATES FROM WHOLESOME SOURCES:

Eat as little processed cereals, tubers and products made from them. Avoid simple carbohydrates, when your body does not need them: sugars, sweetened drinks, juices...

6. DRINK PLENTY OF FLUIDS:

Every day to drink at least 2 liters of water or other low energy fluids.

7. EAT BREAKFAST EVERY DAY:

The morning meal will speed up your metabolism and you will perform all the tasks of the day with full power.

8. EAT SEVERAL TIMES A DAY:

Divide the food you eat to 4-6 meals per day. In each meal, try to eat something that contains all three of the macronutrients (proteins, carbohydrates and fats)

9. TAKE IT EASY:

Stick to the principle to eat 80-90 percent what is optimal for your body and 10-20 per cent food that satisfies your inner sinner.

10. DO NOT NEGLECT SLEEP:

Sleep 7-9 hours to keep your body optimally rested and ready to face new challenges every morning.