What is a calorie?:
What is a calorie? Calorie – energy needed to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water 1º C. Calories come from 3 Nutrients the body needs to perform Carbohydrate – 1 gram = 4 calories Protein – 1 gram = 4 calories Fat – 1 gram = 9 calories Fat is the most dense of the 3 Nutrients at 9 calories/gram Calories are in just about everything we eat and drink with the exception of water and fluids listed as calorie free.
How many calories do I need a day?:
How many calories do I need a day? The number of calories you need per day will depend on: Age, Height, and Weight Level of activity (training, lifting, conditioning, practice) Weight Management Goal (weight loss, weight gain, maintain) Calorie needs may range from 1800-6000 calories Should be spread out into 5-8 meals per day depending on your needs Use our Calculators to help determine the total number of calories you need to get to the Next Level of performance. Login to the member page and click on calculators
How can I tell how many calories I eat a day?:
How can I tell how many calories I eat a day? Keep a food log for 5-7 days Write down everything you eat and drink Try to estimate the serving size by using a food scale and measuring cup or tablespoon for dressings, condiments, and toppings Listen to your body – it will signal when you’re hungry Not eating enough – fatigued, poor recovery, loss of strength, weight loss, poor performance Eating too much – sluggish, uncomfortable, increase in body fat, poor performance We don’t recommend you obsess about weighing and measuring food on a regular basis. Once you get an understanding of what 4 oz of meat is or 1 cup of pasta, you won’t need to measure it on a regular basis.
How many calories are in the school lunch?:
How many calories are in the school lunch? Will range from 600-800 calories (HOT LUNCH) depending on what is served and the fluids you consumed Could be over 1000 calories if you eat 2 sandwiches, drink 2 milks, and bring additional snacks Current school lunch program doesn’t meet the nutritional needs for most athletes Insufficient calories for those looking to gain or maintain weight Lacks specific vitamins and minerals for overall health Foods for Sports Performance has several Fuel Packed Lunch options for optimal Performance