The demanding practice schedule leaves little time for recreational activities such as skiing. According to CU's athletic department, some coaches may prohibit such activities for fear of injury, even though the athlete probably wouldn't be able to find enough time to do so. Every student-athlete must be a full time student, requiring a minimum of 12 credits. It takes an average of 15 credits to graduate in 4 years. Athletes who compete in both semesters may also decide to go to school for 5 years.
Hydration is another important part of training.
According to research done at the Gatorade Sports Science Institute, rehydration is a vital part of the recovery process after any training session or competition. It has been confirmed that athletic performance is impaired when an athlete is dehydrated. No research done at the Gatorade Institute is intended to benefit the company. According to CU's athletic department, the university has a deal with Gatorade and athletes have plenty of access to Gatorade or water, at coach or athletes discretion. Most coaches do monitor what an athlete is eating, but there is no possible way to make sure they are eating healthy all hours of a day.