From the classroom to the gym, athletes at Foran High School rely on preparation to stay in shape and perform at their best.
According to an article from UW Health, a student has to prepare and condition for winter sports
Mr. Jeffery Raucci, the new athletic director, says, “Winter coaches can start conditioning whenever they would like. If student-athletes play a Fall sport, they’ll need to wait until their Fall season is over to participate, but conditioning can happen whenever to get student-athletes in the weight room and on the track.”
Foran’s culinary teacher Miss Randy Colin suggests some dietary suggestions for athletes.
“Athletes participating in winter sports should primarily avoid foods high in sugar, saturated fat, and processed ingredients, including sugary drinks like juice, soda, and flavored yogurt.”
These foods will negatively impact the performance and recovery of an athlete by causing energy crashes and digestive issues. Instead of these fatty foods, “some healthy options to keep in shape are foods rich in complex carbohydrates for sustained energy, and protein for repairing muscles.”
Randy suggests lean protein sources like chicken, or fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and avocado.
Juniors Nyah Boromei and Justin Rodriguez both participate in winter sports at Foran.
These athletes love staying busy and active during their school year. Boromei and Rodriguez run indoor track in the winter and also participate in other sports in the fall and spring seasons. Both these athletes joined a winter sport to perform at their best and stay conditioned.
Boromei states, “You need to stay hydrated and eat the right foods while conditioning for the sport.”
Building chemistry is a huge part of team sports and benefits the team’s success. So having fun and connecting with others is a huge way to prepare.
Athletes also prepare because they want to reach their goals. “I want to beat William Batts 55m school record,” Rodriguez states, while Boromei wants to qualify for states for hurdles.
“Conditioning isn’t running or cardio but more of physical activities,” Boromei then says
“Not preparing for winter sports can lead to injuries and low energy.”
Freshmen who are just starting winter sports might not know how conditioning works. “I plan to help them and reassure them that it’s a new thing and they need to love the sport.” Rodriguez says.
According to Burn Boot Camp.com , athletes should prepare and condition to play at their best
